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Addition
Definition of Addition

• Addition is an operation that finds the total number when two or more numbers are put together.
• In other words, addition is the process to find the sum of two or more numbers.

Examples of Addition

• 3 and 4 add up to give 7.
• 50 and 50 add up to give 100.

Solved Example on Addition

Add:
31 + 45 + 71 + 2
Choices:
A. 149
B. 139
C. 147
D. 150
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Step 1: 31 + 45 + 71 + 2 = 149

Related Terms for Addition

• Addend
• Sum

Real-world Connection for Addition

• We use addition in every walk of our life. Addition is used in various fields.
• Sam has $5 in one pocket and $7 in another pocket. He wants to buy a book that costs $13. He would immediately add the amounts to check if he has enough money to buy the book.

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