Last updated on May 26th, 2025
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 342.
Now, let us learn more about multiples of 342. Multiples of 342 are the numbers you get when you multiply 342 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 342 can be denoted as 342 × 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 342 × 1 will give us 342 as the product. Multiples of 342 will be larger or equal to 342.
Multiples of 342 include the products of 342 and an integer. Multiples of 342 are divisible by 342 evenly. The first few multiples of 342 are given below:
TABLE OF 342 (1-10) | |
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342 x 1 = 342 |
342 x 6 = 2052 |
342 x 2 = 684 |
342 x 7 = 2394 |
342 x 3 = 1026 |
342 x 8 = 2736 |
342 x 4 = 1368 |
342 x 9 = 3078 |
342 x 5 = 1710 |
342 x 10 = 3420 |
TABLE OF 342 (11-20) | |
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342 x 11 = 3762 |
342 x 16 = 5472 |
342 x 12 = 4104 |
342 x 17 = 5814 |
342 x 13 = 4446 |
342 x 18 = 6156 |
342 x 14 = 4788 |
342 x 19 = 6498 |
342 x 15 = 5130 |
342 x 20 = 6840 |
Now, we know the first few multiples of 342. They are 0, 342, 684, 1026, 1368, 1710, 2052, 2394, 2736, 3078, 3420,...
Understanding the multiples of 342 helps solve mathematical problems and boost our multiplication and division skills. When working with multiples of 342, we need to apply it to different mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
342, 684, 1026, 1368, and 1710 are the first five multiples of 342. When multiplying 342 from 1 to 5, we get these numbers as the products.
So, the sum of these multiples is:
342 + 684 + 1026 + 1368 + 1710 = 5130
When we add the first 5 multiples of 342, the answer will be 5130.
While we do subtraction, it improves our comprehension of how the value decreases when each multiple is subtracted from the previous one. 342, 684, 1026, 1368, and 1710 are the first five multiples of 342. So, let us calculate it as given below:
342 - 684 = -342
-342 - 1026 = -1368
-1368 - 1368 = -2736
-2736 - 1710 = -4446
Hence, the result of subtracting the first 5 multiples of 342 is -4446.
To calculate the average, we need to identify the sum of the first 5 multiples of 342, 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 342 is 5130.
342 + 684 + 1026 + 1368 + 1710 = 5130
Next, divide the sum by 5:
5130 ÷ 5 = 1026
1026 is the average of the first 5 multiples of 342.
The product of given numbers is the result of multiplying all of them together. Here, the first 5 multiples of 342 include: 342, 684, 1026, 1368, and 1710. Now, the product of these numbers is:
342 × 684 × 1026 × 1368 × 1710 = 1,758,908,042,880
The product of the first 5 multiples of 342 is 1,758,908,042,880.
While we perform division, we get to know how many times 342 can fit into each of the given multiples. 342, 684, 1026, 1368, and 1710 are the first 5 multiples of 342.
342 ÷ 342 = 1
684 ÷ 342 = 2
1026 ÷ 342 = 3
1368 ÷ 342 = 4
1710 ÷ 342 = 5
The results of dividing the first 5 multiples of 342 are: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
While working with multiples of 342, we make common mistakes. Identifying these errors and understanding how to avoid them can be helpful. Below are some frequent mistakes and tips to avoid them:
In an art gallery, there are paintings displayed in groups. Each group contains 342 paintings. If the gallery arranges paintings into 3 such groups, how many paintings are displayed in total?
1026 paintings
Each group has 342 paintings. To find the total number of paintings in 3 groups, multiply 342 by 3.
Calculations:
( 342 times 3 = 1026 )
Therefore, there are 1026 paintings displayed in total.
A factory produces batches of 342 gadgets each day. If the factory operates for 5 days, how many gadgets will it produce in that period?
1710 gadgets
Each day, the factory produces 342 gadgets. To find the total production over 5 days, multiply 342 by 5.
Calculations:
( 342 times 5 = 1710 )
Therefore, the factory produces 1710 gadgets over 5 days.
During a book fair, a publisher sells books in bundles, each containing 342 books. If they sell 2 bundles, how many books do they sell in total?
684 books
Each bundle contains 342 books. To find the total number of books sold in 2 bundles, multiply 342 by 2.
Calculations:
( 342 times 2 = 684 )
Therefore, a total of 684 books are sold.
A concert hall has rows of seats, each row containing 342 seats. If there are 4 rows, how many seats are available in total?
1368 seats
Each row has 342 seats. To find the total number of seats in 4 rows, multiply 342 by 4.
Calculations:
( 342 times 4 = 1368 )
Therefore, there are 1368 seats available.
A farmer is organizing crates of apples, where each crate contains 342 apples. If he has 6 crates, how many apples does he have in total?
2052 apples
Each crate contains 342 apples. To find the total number of apples in 6 crates, multiply 342 by 6.
Calculations:
( 342 times 6 = 2052 )
Therefore, the farmer has a total of 2052 apples.
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