Definition of

Multiple

Multiple
The result of multiplying a number by an integer (not by a fraction).


Examples:
• 12 is a multiple of 3, because 3 × 4 = 12
• −6 is a multiple of 3, because 3 × −2 = −6
• But 7 is NOT a multiple of 3
See: Integer

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