Skip to main content

Multiply by 100

When you multiply a whole number by 100, each digit moves two places to the left. The two empty places left behind are filled with zeros.

Examples

  • If one box holds 100 pencils, 4 boxes hold 400 pencils.
  • If a sticker pack has 100 stickers, 6 packs have 600 stickers.

Quiz: Multiply by 100 (Age 10)

  1. When a whole number is multiplied by 100, what happens to each digit?

    • It stays in the same place.
    • It moves two places to the left.
    • It moves two places to the right.
  2. What does the answer to a whole number times 100 always end with?

    • At least two zeros
    • No zeros
    • Exactly one zero
  3. When multiplying a whole number by 100, what fills the two empty places left behind?

    • Two ones
    • Two zeros
    • Nothing

The answers, each with its explanation, are in the app. This lesson has left the free week, so its quiz is part of the subscription.

Get the app

Free app, optional subscription
App Store Google Play

Carry on in the app

At least one new illustrated lesson every weekday for your child’s year, with its quiz and a reminder at 6:15 pm.

Your child’s teacher does not use My Enhanced Teacher yet?

Tell them about it

Maths, Age 10