Learn about addition and subtraction through these example problems with detailed step-by-step solutions.
Example 1: Adding Large Numbers
Find the sum of 4,56,789 and 3,21,098.
Step 1: Write the numbers vertically, aligning the digits by place value.
4,56,789
+ 3,21,098
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Step 2: Add the digits in the ones place (9 + 8 = 17). Write down 7 and carry over 1 to the tens place.
4,56,789
+ 3,21,098
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7 (Carry 1)
Step 3: Add the digits in the tens place, including the carry-over (8 + 9 + 1 = 18). Write down 8 and carry over 1 to the hundreds place.
4,56,789
+ 3,21,098
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87 (Carry 1)
Step 4: Continue adding each place value from right to left, carrying over when the sum is 10 or more.
4,56,789
+ 3,21,098
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7,77,887
Step 5: The sum of 4,56,789 and 3,21,098 is 7,77,887.
Example 2: Subtracting Large Numbers
Find the difference between 9,87,654 and 6,54,321.
Step 1: Write the numbers vertically, aligning the digits by place value. Place the larger number on top.
9,87,654
- 6,54,321
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Step 2: Subtract the digits in the ones place (4 - 1 = 3).
9,87,654
- 6,54,321
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3
Step 3: Subtract the digits in the tens place (5 - 2 = 3).
9,87,654
- 6,54,321
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33
Step 4: Continue subtracting each place value from right to left. If the top digit is smaller than the bottom digit, borrow from the digit to the left.
9,87,654
- 6,54,321
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3,33,333
Step 5: The difference between 9,87,654 and 6,54,321 is 3,33,333.
Example 3: Word Problem (Addition and Subtraction)
A library had 1,50,000 books. They bought 75,500 new books and donated 10,250 old books. How many books does the library have now?
Step 1: Identify the initial number of books: 1,50,000.
Step 2: Identify the number of books added: 75,500. Add this to the initial number: 1,50,000 + 75,500 = 2,25,500.
Step 3: Identify the number of books donated: 10,250. Subtract this from the current number of books: 2,25,500 - 10,250 = 2,15,250.
Step 4: Therefore, the library has 2,15,250 books now.
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Related Concepts
Explore these related mathematical concepts to deepen your understanding of addition and subtraction.
Place Value
Understanding the value of each digit based on its position is crucial for performing addition and subtraction with large numbers.
Carrying and Borrowing
These techniques are essential for adding and subtracting when the sum or difference in a place value column is 10 or more (carrying) or when the top digit is smaller than the bottom digit (borrowing).
Estimating Sums and Differences
Rounding numbers before adding or subtracting can help you quickly estimate the answer and check if your calculated result is reasonable.
Properties of Addition
Concepts like the commutative property (a + b = b + a) and associative property ((a + b) + c = a + (b + c)) can simplify calculations.