Multiple choice general knowledge 42*48 equals 2016 1816 1916 1616 Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation 42 * 48 = 2016. Use the identity (a-b)(a+b) = a^2 - b^2 with 45 as the base: (45-3)(45+3) = 2025 - 9 = 2016.