Learning objective:
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Place Value
Place value is the value of each digit in a number. The placement of a digit in a number helps to determine its value. For example, the digit 4 in the number 432 has a value of 400.
Concepts:
Place Value - The value of a digit based on its position in a number. Base 10 System - A number system that uses 10 digits (0 to 9) to represent numbers. Standard Form - A way of writing a number as the sum of its digits multiplied by powers of 10.
Did you know?
The standard symbol for place value is 'x 10 raised to a power', which is written as '10^n' The ancient Babylonians were the first to use a place-value system for numbers. The term 'place value' was first used by a French mathematician in the 19th century.
Work together in pairs: What is the place value of the digit 8 in the number 583,024?
Work together in pairs: What is the value of the digit 4 in the number 6,437?
Brain break: Create a drawing of a fantastical creature that is half-human, half-animal. The creature must be capable of flight and have at least three unique abilities. Draw the creature in a setting of your choice and be sure to include details about its environment, such as plants, animals, or structures.
What is the value of the number 845?
What is the place value of the digit 7 in the number 7,689?
What is the place value of the digit 3 in the number 8,321?
What is the value of the number 6,542?
What is the place value of the digit 4 in the number 9,304?