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Multiples of 500

Q: How do you find the multiples of 500?

To find out the multiples of 500, we need to multiply 500 by any natural number. Natural numbers include 1, 2, 3,...etc. The results will be multiples of 500. Multiples of 500 will be larger or equal to 500. 500 × 1 = 500 500 × 2 = 1000 500 × 3 = 1500 500 × 4 = 2000 500 × 5 = 2500

Q: What is the LCM of 500 and 1000?

LCM of 500 and 1000 is 1000. LCM refers to the Least Common Multiple of two or more numbers. While we find out the LCM of 500 and 1000 using the listing method, we need to list the multiples of both 500 and 1000. Multiples of 500 are 500, 1000, 1500, 2000, 2500, 3000, 3500, 4000, 4500, 5000,… Multiples of 1000 are 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000,… Here, the smallest common number that appears in both lists is 1000. LCM of 500 and 1000 = 1000.

Q: What are the real-life applications of Multiples of 500?

Multiples of 500 can be helpful in various real-life situations. We can use them for calculating the cost of bulk items, organizing large-scale events, and handling financial transactions involving round figures.

Q: Are multiples of 500 finite or infinite?

All the multiples of 500 are infinite. In multiplication, every number has infinite multiples, including a multiple of itself. There are both positive and negative multiples of 500. When we calculate 500 × n, if the integer ‘n’ goes on forever, the multiples of 500 also become infinite.

Q: Is there any odd multiple of 500?

No, there are no odd numbers in the multiples of 500. Because 500 is an even number. If we multiply any even number by any number, we will get an even number as the product. For example, 500 × 1 = 500 500 × 2 = 1000 500 × 3 = 1500 500 × 4 = 2000 500 × 5 = 2500

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In math, multiples are the products we get while multiplying a number with other numbers. Multiples play a key role in construction and design, counting groups of items, sharing resources equally, and managing time effectively. In this topic, we will learn the essential concepts of multiples of 500.

What are the Multiples of 500?

Now, let us learn more about multiples of 500. Multiples of 500 are the numbers you get when you multiply 500 by any whole number, along with zero. Each number has an infinite number of multiples, including a multiple of itself.

In multiplication, a multiple of 500 can be denoted as 500 × n, where ‘n’ represents any whole number (0, 1, 2, 3,…). So, we can summarize that:

Multiple of a number = Number × Any whole number

For example, multiplying 500 × 1 will give us 500 as the product.

Multiples of 500 will be larger or equal to 500.

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List of First 20 Multiples of 500

Multiples of 500 include the products of 500 and an integer. Multiples of 500 are divisible by 500 evenly. The first few multiples of 500 are given below:

TABLE OF 500 (1-10)
500 x 1 = 500	500 x 6 = 3000
500 x 2 = 1000	500 x 7 = 3500
500 x 3 = 1500	500 x 8 = 4000
500 x 4 = 2000	500 x 9 = 4500
500 x 5 = 2500	500 x 10 = 5000

TABLE OF 500 (11-20)
500 x 11 = 5500	500 x 16 = 8000
500 x 12 = 6000	500 x 17 = 8500
500 x 13 = 6500	500 x 18 = 9000
500 x 14 = 7000	500 x 19 = 9500
500 x 15 = 7500	500 x 20 = 10000

Now, we know the first few multiples of 500. They are 0, 500, 1000, 1500, 2000, 2500, 3000, 3500, 4000, 4500, 5000,...

Operations with Multiples of 500

Understanding the multiples of 500 helps solve mathematical problems and boost our multiplication and division skills. When working with multiples of 500, we need to apply them to different mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Sum of first 5 Multiples of 500:

500, 1000, 1500, 2000, and 2500 are the first five multiples of 500. When multiplying 500 from 1 to 5, we get these numbers as the products.
So, the sum of these multiples is:
500 + 1000 + 1500 + 2000 + 2500 = 7500

Subtraction of first 5 Multiples of 500:

While we do subtraction, it improves our comprehension of how the value decreases when each multiple is subtracted from the previous one. 500, 1000, 1500, 2000, and 2500 are the first five multiples of 500. So, let us calculate it as given below:
500 - 1000 = -500
-500 - 1500 = -2000
-2000 - 2000 = -4000
-4000 - 2500 = -6500

Hence, the result of subtracting the first 5 multiples of 500 is -6500.

Average of first 5 Multiples of 500:

To calculate the average, we need to identify the sum of the first 5 multiples of 500 and then divide it by the count, i.e., 5. Because there are 5 multiples presented in the calculation. Averaging helps us to understand the concepts of central tendencies and other values. We know the sum of the first 5 multiples of 500 is 7500.
7500 ÷ 5 = 1500

1500 is the average of the first 5 multiples of 500.

Product of First 5 Multiples of 500:

The product of given numbers is the result of multiplying all of them together. Here, the first 5 multiples of 500 include: 500, 1000, 1500, 2000, and 2500. Now, the product of these numbers is:
500 × 1000 × 1500 × 2000 × 2500 = 3,750,000,000,000,000

The product of the first 5 multiples of 500 is 3,750,000,000,000,000.

Division of First 5 Multiples of 500:

While we perform division, we get to know how many times 500 can fit into each of the given multiples. 500, 1000, 1500, 2000, and 2500 are the first 5 multiples of 500.
500 ÷ 500 = 1
1000 ÷ 500 = 2
1500 ÷ 500 = 3
2000 ÷ 500 = 4
2500 ÷ 500 = 5

The results of dividing the first 5 multiples of 500 are: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in Multiples of 500

Multiples of 500 Examples

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Problem 1

A construction company is tasked with building a new apartment complex. Each floor of the complex requires 500 bricks. If the company plans to build a total of 6 floors, how many bricks will they need in total?

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Problem 2

A farmer is buying bags of fertilizer for his fields. Each bag contains 500 kg of fertilizer. If he buys bags weighing the first three multiples of 500 kg, how much fertilizer does he have in total?

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Problem 3

A printing company produces brochures in batches. Each batch consists of 500 brochures. If the company completes 7 batches, how many brochures have they printed in total?

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Problem 4

In a large warehouse, packages are organized in stacks. Each stack contains 500 packages. If there are 4 rows of stacks and each row has 3 stacks, how many packages are there in total?

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Problem 5

A city library is expanding its collection by adding new books. Each shipment delivers 500 books. Over the next three months, the library receives shipments in the amounts of the first three multiples of 500. How many books does the library receive in total?

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FAQs on Multiples of 500

1.How do you find the multiples of 500?

2.What is the LCM of 500 and 1000?

3.What are the real-life applications of Multiples of 500?

4.Are multiples of 500 finite or infinite?

5.Is there any odd multiple of 500?

Important Glossaries for Multiples of 500

Multiple: A multiple represents the product of a number that may be multiplied by an integer. For example, multiples of 500 include 500, 1000, 1500, 2000, etc.

Number pattern: This refers to how numbers are listed. It should follow a certain sequence. Multiples of 500 are the numbers that consist of the number pattern of 500.

Even number: An even number refers to any number that can be divisible by 2 without leaving any remainder. The last digits of even numbers are 0, 2, 4, 6, or 8. All multiples of 500 are even numbers.

Divisor: It refers to any number by which another number can be divided without leaving any remainder. 1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50, 100, 125, 250, and 500 are the divisors of 500.

Least Common Multiple (LCM): The smallest common multiple of two or more numbers. For instance, the LCM of 500 and 1000 is 1000.

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