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Math · Ages 6–8 · 15 minutes

What Does Each Digit Represent?

Compare the same digit in different positions and explain how position changes its value.

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What Does Each Digit Represent?

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Today I am practising: connecting a digit's position with its value

1

In 47, underline the digit worth 40. Write its value.

2

In 74, underline the digit worth 4. What position is it in?

3

Compare the value of 6 in 62 and 26.

4

A learner says the 3 in 38 is worth 3. Explain using tens.

5

Write a two-digit number with 5 in the ones place. State the value of each digit.

6

Use 2 and 8 to write two different numbers. Explain the value of 8 in each.

Grown-up guide
  1. Ask 'How much is this digit worth here?' separately from 'What digit is this?'
  2. Use a labeled tens/ones table on scrap paper when needed.
  3. Include the full value in oral explanations.