Multiply by a Number between 100-109

Below is a really cool trick to multiply two numbers between 100-109. .

Look at the math problem 102 x 104 = ?

  • Multiply one's digits.
    • 4 x 2 = 8. It needs to be two digits so write 08.
  • Add one's digits.
    • 4 + 2 = 6. It needs to be two digits so write 06
  • Write 1.

ANSWER is 10608.

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