To solve the math problem 5 x 12, you can break it down into a pattern of 5s, or a pattern of 12s.
In simple terms you can say that 5 x 12 is:
12 + 12 + 12 + 12 + 12
- or
5 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 5 + 5
Using words you could say that the equation is asking for a pattern of five twelves (or twelve fives, they are equal).
Speaking of math, rumor has it there may be at least three iPhones launching in 2013; one of which has been dubbed the "iPhone Math."