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Kindergarten Math · Problem type
Compare numbers using numerals
Use this for “Which number is more, 8 or 6?”
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Second number has 3 more.
First number has 3 fewer.
Each line joins a pair. The extras have no partner.
This is an example. Type the numbers from your problem to start.
First number
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Second number
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How many more
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Number sentences
The greater of 6 and 9 is 3 more
Good to know
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When we count, a greater number comes later.
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Match counters to check.
Step-by-step
WE KNOW
First number: 6
Second number: 9
FIND
how many more
Step 1 · Find how many more
The greater of 6 and 9 is ? more
Say the numbers in counting order. The one that comes later is greater.
9 − 6
9 is greater than 6
Count on from 6: 7, 8, 9 → 3
How many more: 3
Check
Put the numbers back in. Both sides should match.
9 − 6 = 3 ✓
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