Multiplication

In its most elementary form multiplication is the repeated addition of whole numbers or integers.

For example, $3\times 2=2+2+2=6$

The result of a multiplication is the product. The numbers which are multiplied together are called factors.

Multiplication and addition of real numbers are the two most well-known commutative operations: They yield the same result, regardless of placement of numbers.

For example $3\times 2=2\times 3$.

Likewise $4+5=5+4\$

See also

• Multiplication Property of Equality
• Arithmetic