Alright, let's solve this math problem step by step. First, we have the number 986. Next, we see the multiplication sign, which means we need to multiply something. And what are we multiplying it by? We multiply it by 3. So, we're going to take the number 986 and add it to itself 3 times.
Step 1: 0 + 986 = 986
Step 2: 986 + 986 = 1972
Step 3: 1972 + 986 = 2958

So, 986*3 = 2958