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🚀 Understanding place value is crucial for performing addition and subtraction accurately. Each digit in a number has a specific value based on its position. For example, in the number 345, the digit 3 is in the hundreds place, meaning it represents 300, the digit 4 is in the tens place, representing 40, and the digit 5 is in the ones place, representing 5. When we add or subtract numbers, we must align them according to their place values to ensure accurate calculations. This concept helps students understand how to break down numbers into their components, making it easier to perform operations correctly.

Theory Explanation

Understanding Place Value

Each digit in a number has a place value that determines its worth. The rightmost digit is the ones place, the next is the tens place, followed by the hundreds place, and so on. For example, in the number 472, the 4 is in the hundreds place (400), the 7 is in the tens place (70), and the 2 is in the ones place (2). This understanding is essential for addition and subtraction as it helps in aligning numbers correctly during calculations.

Aligning Numbers for Addition and Subtraction

When adding or subtracting, write the numbers one under the other, aligning them by their place values. For example, to add 234 and 567, write them as follows: 234 + 567 This alignment ensures that you add the ones, tens, and hundreds separately.

Carrying and Borrowing

In addition, if the sum of a column exceeds 9, you carry over to the next column. In subtraction, if the top digit is smaller than the bottom digit, you need to borrow from the next column. For example, in 234 - 158, you would need to borrow from the tens place to subtract 8 from 4.

Key Points

  • 🎯 Each digit's position determines its value (place value).
  • 🎯 Align numbers by their place values when adding or subtracting.
  • 🎯 Carry over when the sum exceeds 9 and borrow when the top digit is smaller than the bottom digit.

Examples:💡

Add 234 and 567.

Solution:

Step 1: Align the numbers by place value: 234 + 567

Step 2: Add the ones place: 4 + 7 = 11. Write down 1 and carry over 1 to the tens place.

Step 3: Add the tens place: 3 + 6 + 1 (carried over) = 10. Write down 0 and carry over 1 to the hundreds place.

Step 4: Add the hundreds place: 2 + 5 + 1 (carried over) = 8. Write down 8.

Step 5: The final answer is 801.

Subtract 158 from 234.

Solution:

Step 1: Align the numbers by place value: 234 - 158

Step 2: Subtract the ones place: 4 - 8. Since 4 is smaller than 8, borrow 1 from the tens place, making it 14 - 8 = 6.

Step 3: Now, in the tens place, we have 2 (after borrowing 1) - 5. Again, we need to borrow from the hundreds place, making it 12 - 5 = 7.

Step 4: In the hundreds place, we have 1 - 1 = 0.

Step 5: The final answer is 76.

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: Students often forget to align numbers by their place values, leading to incorrect sums or differences.

    Correction: Always write numbers one under the other, ensuring that the ones, tens, and hundreds are aligned.

  • Mistake: Students may forget to carry over or borrow correctly when needed.

    Correction: Remind students to check if they need to carry over or borrow when the sum exceeds 9 or when the top digit is smaller than the bottom digit.

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