Alright, let's solve this math problem step by step. First, we have the number 494. Next, we see the multiplication sign, which means we need to multiply something. And what are we multiplying it by? We multiply it by 5. So, we're going to take the number 494 and add it to itself 5 times.
Step 1: 0 + 494 = 494
Step 2: 494 + 494 = 988
Step 3: 988 + 494 = 1482
Step 4: 1482 + 494 = 1976
Step 5: 1976 + 494 = 2470

So, 494*5 = 2470