School of Mathematical & Statistical Sciences Faculty Publications
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
8-10-2026
Abstract
Mental computation has fascinated mathematicians, educators, and students for centuries. Various computational techniques allow arithmetic calculations to be performed rapidly without the use of calculators or computers. Among these methods, several popular techniques are associated with what is commonly known as Vedic Mathematics. In this article, we examine a collection of fast multiplication techniques, including multiplication near powers of ten, multiplication by eleven, squaring numbers ending in five, and the vertical-and-crosswise method. For each technique, we provide elementary mathematical explanations based on algebraic identities and place-value representations.
Recommended Citation
Bhatia, Rakesh, and Mrinal K. Roychowdhury. "Vedic Mathematics and Mental Computation: Fast Multiplication Techniques, Algebraic Foundations, and Historical Perspectives." ISQGD Recreational Mathematics Journal 1, no. 1 (2026). https://doi.org/10.67239/rmj.v01.n01.a007
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Publication Title
ISQGD Recreational Mathematics Journal
DOI
10.67239/rmj.v01.n01.a007
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Copyright (c) 2026 Rakesh Bhatia, Mrinal Kanti Roychowdhury (Author)
Creative Commons License This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.