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.