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Discovering Place Value: Master the Basics
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Understanding Place Value with Examples
Breaking Down 4,356
To find the place value of 3 in the number 4,356, let's break it down:
Expand the Number:4,356 can be expanded to 4,000 + 300 + 50 + 6.
Identify the Components:4 thousands
3 hundreds
5 tens
6 ones
Analyze the Position:The digit 3 is in the hundreds place.
This means it represents 300 in the number 4,356.
By identifying the position of each digit, we can determine its place value. The place value of 3 in 4,356 is 300, as it is in the hundreds place.
Summary
In summary, place value helps us understand the value of each digit in a number based on its position. By expanding numbers and analyzing the position of digits, we can easily determine their place values. Remember, practice makes perfect, so use our flashcards and watch the video tutorial on Khan Academy to solidify your understanding.
Understanding place value is crucial for grasping the foundations of mathematics. To get the best online explanation, head over to Khan Academy, where they offer a fantastic video tutorial on finding the place value of digits in a number. Watch the video here.