Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

multiplication-factor

Noun
/ˌmʌltɪplɪˈkeɪʃən ˈfæktər/
Definition
A multiplication factor is a number used to multiply another number to calculate a new value, often used in mathematical and scientific contexts to scale quantities.
Examples
  • In finance, the multiplication factor helps to determine the final amount by applying interest rates to the principal.
  • The teacher explained how to use a multiplication factor to solve real-world problems in her math class.
Meaning
In mathematics, a multiplication factor refers to the scalar that indicates how many times to multiply a given value or factor. It is commonly used in calculations to enhance or reduce values proportionally.
Synonyms
  • multiplier
  • scale factor
  • coefficient