Multiplication · Beginner

Multiply by 125

Divide by 8 and multiply by 1000.

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The fast method

24 / 8 = 3; multiply by 1000 to get 3000.

How it works

Divide by 8 and multiply by 1000. 125 = 1000 / 8.

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Why it works

125 = 1000 / 8.
Use it when

Most convenient when the number is divisible by 8.

Watch out for

Do not round an intermediate fraction.

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Verified examples

Example 1

24 × 125

24 / 8 = 3; multiply by 1000 to get 3000.

3000
Example 2

56 × 125

56 / 8 = 7; multiply by 1000 to get 7000.

7000
Example 3

88 × 125

88 / 8 = 11; multiply by 1000 to get 11000.

11000