Alright, let's solve this math problem step by step. First, we have the number 284. Next, we see the multiplication sign, which means we need to multiply something. And what are we multiplying it by? We multiply it by 4. So, we're going to take the number 284 and add it to itself 4 times.
Step 1: 0 + 284 = 284
Step 2: 284 + 284 = 568
Step 3: 568 + 284 = 852
Step 4: 852 + 284 = 1136

So, 284*4 = 1136