Calculate 3 x 5, which is 15.Since 15 is two-digit, we carry the first digit 1 to the next column.
Calculate 5 x 5, which is 25. Now add the carry digit of 1, which is 26.Since 26 is two-digit, we carry the first digit 2 to the next column.
Bring down the carry digit of 2.
Therefore, 53 x 5 = 265.