Addend
Definition of Addend

• Addend is a number that is involved in addition.

Example of Addend

• In the number sentence 2 + 3 = 5, 2 and 3 are added to give 5. So, 2 is one addend and 3 is the other one.

Solved Example on Addend

Identify the missing addend in the number sentence shown.
13 + ___ = 29
Choices:
A. 13
B. 29
C. 16
D. 42
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Step 1: Subtract 13 from 29 to find the missing addend. So the missing addend is 16.

Related Terms for Addend

• Sum
• Addend
• Addition
• Number Sentence

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