Alright, let's solve this math problem step by step. First, we have the number 838. 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 838 and add it to itself 3 times.
Step 1: 0 + 838 = 838
Step 2: 838 + 838 = 1676
Step 3: 1676 + 838 = 2514

So, 838*3 = 2514