Alright, let's solve this math problem step by step. First, we have the number 493. Next, we see the multiplication sign, which means we need to multiply something. And what are we multiplying it by? We multiply it by 8. So, we're going to take the number 493 and add it to itself 8 times.
Step 1: 0 + 493 = 493
Step 2: 493 + 493 = 986
Step 3: 986 + 493 = 1479
Step 4: 1479 + 493 = 1972
Step 5: 1972 + 493 = 2465
Step 6: 2465 + 493 = 2958
Step 7: 2958 + 493 = 3451
Step 8: 3451 + 493 = 3944

So, 493*8 = 3944