Alright, let's solve this math problem step by step. First, we have the number 53. Next, we see the multiplication sign, which means we need to multiply something. And what are we multiplying it by? We multiply it by 12. So, we're going to take the number 53 and add it to itself 12 times.
Step 1: 0 + 53 = 53
Step 2: 53 + 53 = 106
Step 3: 106 + 53 = 159
Step 4: 159 + 53 = 212
Step 5: 212 + 53 = 265
Step 6: 265 + 53 = 318
Step 7: 318 + 53 = 371
Step 8: 371 + 53 = 424
Step 9: 424 + 53 = 477
Step 10: 477 + 53 = 530
Step 11: 530 + 53 = 583
Step 12: 583 + 53 = 636

So, 53*12 = 636