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A farmer had 42 apples and bought 19 more apples. How many apples does he have now?

hard 3 marks Class 1 · Mathematics · Addition
Answer
61

The correct answer is 61 — Combine the results: 61 apples.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Write the numbers to add: 42 and 19.
  2. Add the ones column: . Write 1 and carry 1.
  3. Add the tens column: (carry) .
  4. Combine the results: 61 apples.
Common mistake: Forgetting to carry over the tens

Concept tested: Adding two two‑digit numbers with carry

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