Multiplying a 2-digit number by 625

1. Select a 2-digit number.
2. Add a zero and divide by 2.
3. Divide by 8.
4. Move the decimal point 3 places to the right.

   Example:

1. The 2-digit number chosen to multiply by 625 is 38.
2. Add zero: 380; divide by 2: 380/2 = 190
3. Divide by 8: 190/8 = 23 6/8 = 23.75
4. Move the decimal point 3 places to the right: 23750
5. So 625 x 38 = 23,750.

   See the pattern?

1. The 2-digit number chosen to multiply by 693 is 72.
2. Add zero: 720; divide by 2: 720/2 = 360
3. Divide by 8: 360/8 = 45
4. Move the decimal point 3 places to the right: 45000
5. So 625 x 72 = 45,000.