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Multiples – Definition with Examples

Jessica Kaminski

reviewed by Jo-ann Caballes

Updated on December 3, 2024

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Together, we’re exploring multiples.

We’ll cover the definition of multiples, provide multiples examples and share solved math problems!

What is multiple?

A multiple in math is the result of multiplying an integer by another whole number. Every time you multiply that number, you get a multiple!

Let’s use 6 as a multiple math example. Each time you multiply it, the results are multiples of 0 – so 6, 12, 18 and so on.

List of multiples

Here are lists of multiples for numbers 1-10.

Multiples: properties

The properties of multiples are:

• they’re all divisible by the numbers they are multiples of
• Every integer is also a multiple of 1 and 0 because all numbers are multiples of themselves, and any number multiplied by 0 is 0

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Factors & multiples

Factors and multiples are opposites. The multiples meaning is the result of any integer multiplied by another integer. A factor, meanwhile, is an integer that divides another integer to leave a whole number. So for example, 4 is a multiple of 2, and 2 is a factor of 4!

Common multiples

If a number is a multiple of more than one number, it’s a common multiple. For example, 12 and 18 have common multiples of 36, 72 and 108. You can make these numbers by multiplying both original numbers by an integer.

Solved math tasks: examples

Here are some solved math tasks to help you practice your knowledge!

Which of the following is a multiple of 2?

• 1
• 3
• 6
• 7

Answer:

The multiples of a given number are defined as…

Define multiple.

Answer:

Write the first five multiples of the number 12 in order start with 0

Write your answer.

Answer:

Multiples: practice math problems

Multiples: worksheets

Now you know the multiples definition for kids, try our free math worksheets to practice your knowledge:

• Factors and multiples worksheets
• Multiplication worksheets
• Multi-digit multiplications worksheets
• Multiplication facts worksheets

Jessica Kaminski

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Jessica is a seasoned math tutor with over a decade of experience in the field. With a BSc and Master’s degree in Mathematics, she enjoys nurturing math geniuses, regardless of their age, grade, and skills. Apart from tutoring, Jessica blogs at Brighterly. She also has experience in child psychology, homeschooling and curriculum consultation for schools and EdTech websites.