Multiplication Steps and Techniques

The video tutorial demonstrates how to multiply 253 by 315 using a step-by-step approach. It begins with setting up the problem, followed by multiplying each digit of the second number with the first number, considering place values. The process involves carrying over numbers and using shortcuts for efficient calculation. Finally, the products are added together to arrive at the final result of 79,695.

What is the first step in solving the multiplication problem 253 times 315?

• Divide the numbers first.

• Add the numbers together.

• Write the numbers in your math notebook.

• Start multiplying the digits directly.

When multiplying 253 by 5, what is the result of 5 times 3?

• 20

• 25

• 15

• 10

What do you do after multiplying 5 times 3 and getting 15?

• Move to the next digit without carrying.

• Carry over 5 and write down 1.

• Carry over 1 and write down 5.

• Write down 15 directly.

What is the next step after multiplying 5 times 5 and adding the carried over 1?

• Move to the next number.

• Add the results.

• Multiply 5 times 3 again.

• Multiply 5 times 2.

When multiplying by the digit 1 in 315, what should you place below the line first?

• A 1

• A 5

• A 2

• A 0

What is the result of multiplying 1 times 3 in the second step?

• 4

• 1

• 2

• 3

How many zeros should be placed before multiplying by the digit 3 in 315?

• One zero

• Two zeros

• Three zeros

• No zeros

What is the result of multiplying 3 times 3 in the third step?

• 15

• 12

• 9

• 6

What is the sum of 5 plus 0 plus 0 in the final addition step?

• 10

• 5

• 0

• 15

What is the final result of multiplying 253 by 315?

• 79,695

• 79,965

• 79,695

• 79,695