2 multiplied by 31 is 62

Explanation: Multiplication is repeated addition. So, 2 × 31 means adding 2, 31 times:

Word Problem Style

If you have 31 boxes and each box contains 2 apples, then the total number of apples is 62.

Quick Facts

• 2 is called the multiplicand.
• 31 is called the multiplier.
• The result, 62, is called the product.

Multiplication Table for 2

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