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96 is a multiple of 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 24, 32, 48 and 96.

Multiples 2 (Easy)

Multiples appear everywhere, from music to maths. In 11 Plus Maths, learning about multiples helps pupils recognise patterns, solve problems, and strengthen number knowledge.

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Fascinating Fact:

A standard guitar has six strings, a multiple of two and three, giving just enough harmony for both maths and music to agree.

In 11 Plus Maths, multiples help students spot patterns in times tables and understand how numbers connect. This knowledge supports work on fractions, ratios, and problem-solving.

Key Terms

Multiple: A number that is the product of another number and a whole number.
Even Number: A number that can be divided by two without a remainder.
Sequence: A list of numbers arranged in a specific, logical order.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

How are multiples used in real life?

Multiples appear in time, music, and design. For example, beats in music often follow multiples of two, three, or four to create rhythm.

What is the easiest way to find multiples?

You can find multiples by multiplying the number by 1, 2, 3, and so on. For example, multiples of 6 are 6, 12, 18, 24, and 30.

Why are multiples important in maths?

Multiples are essential for understanding times tables, common factors, and patterns. They form the base for topics like fractions and ratios.

Try These Related Quizzes

1 .

Which of the four choices is a multiple of ALL the numbers given?
2, 3, 4, 11

132

121

A good strategy is to check if one of the given numbers DOESN'T divide. If you can't find one, then that's your multiple. If you do find one, then that's NOT your multiple.
48 isn't divisible by 11, 66 isn't divisible by 4, and 121 isn't divisible by 2, 3 or 4

2 .

Which of the four choices is a NOT multiple of ALL the numbers given?
6, 7, 9

252

378

126

Trial and error is often required, but in this case you should spot that 63 is not in the 6-times-table. Keep an eye out for shortcuts like this

3 .

Which of the four choices is a multiple of ALL the numbers given?
2, 4, 7, 11.2

Don't be scared of decimal numbers - they have multiples just like whole numbers.
28 isn't divisible by 11.2, 84 isn't divisible by 11.2, and 78 isn't divisible by 4, 7 or 11.2

4 .

Which of the four choices is a multiple of ALL the numbers given?
1, 3, 7, 49

147

168

A good strategy is to check if one of the given numbers DOESN'T divide. If you can't find one, then that's your multiple. If you do find one, then that's NOT your multiple.
84 isn't divisible by 49, 98 isn't divisible by 3, and 168 isn't divisible by 49

5 .

Which of the four choices is NOT a multiple of ALL the numbers given?
2, 4, 13, 26

130

104

156

Look for obvious answers you know, like 2 x 26 = 52. You can rule these out straight away. Then check the remaining possible answers

6 .

Which of the four choices is a multiple of ALL the numbers given?
7.5, 12, 15, 20

220

Find multiples of decimal numbers in just the same way as you find multiples of whole numbers: multiply them.
75 and 90 aren't divisible by 12 or 20, while 220 isn't divisible by 7.5, 12 or 15

7 .

Which of the four choices is a multiple of ALL the numbers given?
14, 16, 28

112

28 and 56 are not divisible by 16, while 96 isn't divisible by 14 or 28

8 .

Which of the four choices is NOT a multiple of ALL the numbers given?
12, 28, 42

252

196

168

This is a tricky one, but trial and error will get you through. Just divide each option by all the given numbers until you find a remainder - that's your number that is not a multiple

9 .

Which of the four choices is a multiple of ALL the numbers given?
7.2, 9, 12, 18

5 x 7.2 = 36, which we know is divisible by 18 (18 x 2), 12 (12 x 3) and 9 (9 x 4)

10 .

Which of the four choices is a multiple of ALL the numbers given?
18, 11, 33

110

132

198

A good strategy is to check if one of the given numbers DOESN'T divide. If you can't find one, then that's your multiple. If you do find one, then that's NOT your multiple.
99 and 132 aren't divisible by 18, and 110 isn't divisible by 33 or 18

Author: Frank Evans (Specialist 11 Plus Teacher and Tutor)