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Multiples of 972

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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 972.

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What are the Multiples of 972?

Now, let us learn more about multiples of 972. Multiples of 972 are the numbers you get when you multiply 972 by any whole number, including zero. Each number has an infinite number of multiples, including a multiple of itself. In multiplication, a multiple of 972 can be denoted as 972 × 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 972 × 1 will give us 972 as the product. Multiples of 972 will be larger or equal to 972.multiples of 972

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List of First 20 Multiples of 972

Multiples of 972 include the products of 972 and an integer. Multiples of 972 are divisible by 972 evenly. The first few multiples of 972 are given below:

 

TABLE OF 972 (1-10)

972 x 1 = 972

972 x 6 = 5832

972 x 2 = 1944

972 x 7 = 6804

972 x 3 = 2916

972 x 8 = 7776

972 x 4 = 3888

972 x 9 = 8748

972 x 5 = 4860

972 x 10 = 9720

 

TABLE OF 972 (11-20)

972 x 11 = 10692

972 x 16 = 15552

972 x 12 = 11664

972 x 17 = 16524

972 x 13 = 12636

972 x 18 = 17496

972 x 14 = 13608

972 x 19 = 18468

972 x 15 = 14580

972 x 20 = 19440

 

Now, we know the first few multiples of 972. They are 0, 972, 1944, 2916, 3888, 4860, 5832, 6804, 7776, 8748, 9720,...

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Operations with Multiples of 972

Understanding the multiples of 972 helps solve mathematical problems and boost our multiplication and division skills. When working with multiples of 972, we need to apply it to different mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

 

Sum of First 5 Multiples of 972:

 

972, 1944, 2916, 3888, and 4860 are the first five multiples of 972. When multiplying 972 from 1 to 5, we get these numbers as the products. So, the sum of these multiples is:

 

972 + 1944 + 2916 + 3888 + 4860 = 14580

 

When we add the first 5 multiples of 972, the answer will be 14580.

 

Subtraction of First 5 Multiples of 972:

 

While we do subtraction, it improves our comprehension of how the value decreases when each multiple is subtracted from the previous one. 972, 1944, 2916, 3888, and 4860 are the first five multiples of 972. So, let us calculate it as given below:

 

972 - 1944 = -972  
-972 - 2916 = -3888  
-3888 - 3888 = -7776  
-7776 - 4860 = -12636  

 

Hence, the result of subtracting the first 5 multiples of 972 is -12636.

 

Average of First 5 Multiples of 972:

 

To calculate the average, we need to identify the sum of the first 5 multiples of 972, and then divide it by the count, i.e., 5. Averaging helps us to understand the concepts of central tendencies and other values. We know the sum of the first 5 multiples of 972 is 14580.

 

972 + 1944 + 2916 + 3888 + 4860 = 14580  


Next, divide the sum by 5:  


14580 ÷ 5 = 2916

 

2916 is the average of the first 5 multiples of 972.

 

Product of First 5 Multiples of 972:

 

The product of given numbers is the result of multiplying all of them together. Here, the first 5 multiples of 972 include: 972, 1944, 2916, 3888, and 4860. Now, the product of these numbers is:

 

972 × 1944 × 2916 × 3888 × 4860 = 159,432,586,752,000

 

The product of the first 5 multiples of 972 is 159,432,586,752,000.

 

Division of First 5 Multiples of 972:

 

While we perform division, we get to know how many times 972 can fit into each of the given multiples. 972, 1944, 2916, 3888, and 4860 are the first 5 multiples of 972.

 

972 ÷ 972 = 1  
1944 ÷ 972 = 2  
2916 ÷ 972 = 3  
3888 ÷ 972 = 4  
4860 ÷ 972 = 5  

 

The results of dividing the first 5 multiples of 972 are: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.

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Problem 1

In a factory, there are production lines that manufacture gadgets. Each production line produces 972 gadgets a day. If the factory operates 5 production lines, how many gadgets are produced in total per day?

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Problem 2

A library organizes its books in sections, each section holding a number of books that is a multiple of 972. The first three sections have 972, 1944, and 2916 books respectively. How many books are there in total in these three sections?

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Problem 3

During a sports event, teams are awarded points in multiples of 972. Team A scores 972 points, Team B scores 1944 points, and Team C scores 2916 points. What is the total score for all teams combined?

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Problem 4

An art exhibition displays paintings in groups. Each group contains 972 paintings. If there are 6 groups, how many paintings are displayed in total?

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Problem 5

A company ships its products in large boxes, each containing 972 items. If a shipment consists of 4 boxes, how many items are in the shipment?

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FAQs on Multiples of 972

1.How do you find the multiples of 972?

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2.hat is the LCM of 7 and 972?

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3.What are the real-life applications of Multiples of 972?

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4.Are multiples of 972 finite or infinite?

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5.Is there any odd multiple of 972?

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Important Glossaries for Multiples of 972

  • Multiple: A multiple represents the product of a number that may be multiplied by an integer. For example, multiples of 972 include 972, 1944, 2916, 3888, etc.
     
  • Number pattern: This refers to how numbers are listed. It should follow a certain sequence. Multiples of 972 are the numbers that consist of the number pattern of 972.
     
  • 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 972 are even numbers.
     
  • Divisor: It refers to any number by which another number can be divided without leaving any remainder. The number 972, for example, has divisors other than itself.
     
  • Factor: A factor of a number is an integer that divides the number without leaving a remainder. Factors are different from multiples and are usually smaller than the number itself.
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