How this calculation works
Zeros in the multiplier contribute zero rows. They still determine the decimal positions of the other rows.
THE FORMULA
Multiply by each place-value term, then add the partial productsA worked example
23 × 14 is 23 × 10 plus 23 × 4, which equals 322.
Good to know
Use nonnegative whole numbers.
Reference: OpenStax Prealgebra (opens in a new tab) ↗
Read the result
Show the row-by-row partial products behind whole-number multiplication.
The primary result is labeled “Product”. Keep the input definitions in view when comparing this result with another method.
Try a related calculation
Use nonnegative whole numbers.
For a related exercise, try the fraction calculator.
A few questions, answered
How can I check the default inputs by hand?
23 × 14 is 23 × 10 plus 23 × 4, which equals 322.
Which rule does this calculator apply?
Multiply by each place-value term, then add the partial products