Mathematics
Grade 2
15 min
Add three numbers up to two digits each
Add three numbers up to two digits each
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Introduction & Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
Add three two-digit numbers using place value.
Break apart numbers into tens and ones to add.
Find sums that require regrouping in the ones place.
Use different strategies, like making a ten, to add.
Solve word problems by adding three two-digit numbers.
Check their answers by adding in a different order.
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We will learn to add three big numbers together. This helps you count things fast, like stickers or cookies! πͺ It's a super skill.
Real-World Applications
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Adding up the cost of three items at the toy store. π°
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Key Concepts & Vocabulary
TermDefinitionExample
SumThe answer you get when you add numbers together.In 10 + 5 = 15, the sum is 15. β
AddendsThe numbers you are adding together.In 10 + 15 + 20, the addends are 10, 15, and 20.
Place ValueHow much a digit is worth based on its spot.In the number 47, the 4 is worth 40 (4 tens). The 7 is worth 7 (7 ones).
Ones PlaceThe very first spot from the right in a number.In the number 62, the 2 is in the ones place.
Tens PlaceThe second spot from the right in a number.In the number 62, the 6 is in the tens place.
Regrouping (Carrying Over)Making a group of 10 ones to create a new ten.When adding 8 + 5, you get 13. That's 1 ten and 3 ones. You carry the 1 ten over. β‘οΈ
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Core Formulas
Column Addition
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Line up numbers by their tens and ones. Add the ones first, then add the tens.
Order Doesn't Matter
A + B + C = C + A + B
You can add numbers in any order. The sum will always be the same! It's like a magic trick. π©
Grouping Numbers
(A + B) + C = A + (B + C)
You can group numbers to make adding easier. Add two numbers first, then add the third.
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Challenging
A basketball team needs 100 points to win. So far, they have scored 35 points, 25 points, and 28 points. How many more points do they need?
A.22
B.88
C.12
D.18
Challenging
The sum of three secret numbers is 75. Two of the numbers are 25 and 30. What is the third secret number?
A.10
B.20
C.30
D.15
Challenging
Mia added 27 + 35 + 19 and got 71. What was her mistake?
A.She forgot to carry the 1 from the tens column.
B.She added the ones column incorrectly.
C.She forgot to carry the 2 from the ones column.
D.She added the tens column incorrectly.
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