Introduction to Whole Number Basics

A photograph of different types of fruit at a market.

Purchasing pounds of fruit at a fruit market requires a basic understanding of numbers.

Even though counting is first taught at a young age, mastering mathematics, which is the study of numbers, requires constant attention. If it has been a while since you've studied math, it can be helpful to review basic topics. In this chapter, we'll focus on numbers used for counting as well as four arithmetic operations—addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. We will also discuss some vocabulary that will be used throughout this course.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this section, you will be able to:

Identify counting numbers and whole numbers
Model whole numbers
Identify the place value of a digit
Use place value to name whole numbers
Use place value to write whole numbers
Round whole numbers

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Introduction to Whole Number Basics

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