5 Quick and Easy Vedic Math Tricks for Fast Multiplication

Does your child struggle with multiplication? Or maybe you’re a parent looking for a way to teach maths without confusion?

Vedic math an ancient Indian system of mathematics is loved by students, teachers, and exam-takers because it makes solving complex problems super simple. Especially when it comes to multiplication, these tricks help do calculations mentally, faster, and more accurately.

In this blog, we’ll cover 5 quick and powerful multiplication Vedic maths tricks. They’re fun to learn, easy to use, and great for competitive exams, school tests, or just impressing friends!

What is Vedic Math?

Vedic Math is a collection of ancient Indian mathematical techniques that simplify arithmetic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. These methods are based on 16 sutras (formulas) that are easy to remember and apply.

If you want to know more about the 16 sutras in vedic maths, check out the blog given below,

5 Quick & Powerful Vedic Math Tricks for Multiplication

Here are 5 tricks you can use right away no advanced maths needed!

1. Trick: Multiply Numbers Close to 100

Use When: Both numbers are around 100 (like 98 × 97)

Steps:

1. Subtract each number from 100
   → 100 - 98 = 2, and 100 - 97 = 3
2. Subtract one number to the other’s difference
   → 98 - 3 = 95
3. Multiply the differences → 2 × 3 = 06
4. Final Answer = 9506

Example:
98 × 97 = 9506

2. Trick: Multiply by 11 Easily

Use When: You’re multiplying any 2-digit number by 11 (like 52 × 11)

Steps:

1. Separate the digits: 5 _ 2
2. Add the digits in between: 5 + 2 = 7
3. Final number is: 572

Example:
52 × 11 = 572

3. Trick: Multiplying Numbers with 5

Use When: Multiplying any number by 5 (e.g., 36 × 5)

Steps:

1. Divide the number by 2
2. If the result is whole, just add 0
3. If it’s a decimal, subtract 0.5 and add 5

Example 1:
36 × 5 → 36 ÷ 2 = 18 → Add 0 → 180

Example 2:
27 × 5 → 27 ÷ 2 = 13.5 → Subtract 0.5 → 13 → Add 5 → 135

4. Trick: Multiplying Numbers Ending in 5

Use When: You multiply two numbers ending with 5 (e.g., 25 × 25)

Steps:

1. Multiply the first digits (before 5)
   → 2 × (2+1) = 6
2. Add 25 at the end
3. Final Answer = 625

Example:
25 × 25 = 625
35 × 35 = 3 × 4 = 12 → Add 25 → 1225

5. Trick: Cross Multiplication Method (Vertically & Crosswise)

Use When: You want to multiply 2-digit numbers quickly (e.g., 23 × 41)

Steps:

1. Multiply unit digits: 3 × 1 = 3
2. Cross multiply and add: (2 × 1) + (4 × 3) = 2 + 12 = 14
3. Multiply tens digits: 2 × 4 = 8
4. Final Answer = Add the steps properly:
   → Units: 3
   → Middle: 4 (carry 1)
   → Left: 8 + 1 = 9
   → Final Answer = 943

Use this for faster mental math!

Why These Tricks Work for Students and Parents

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