Priya had 46 marbles. Her sister gives her 38 more marbles. How many marbles does Priya have after that?

Step-by-step solution

1. Write down the numbers: 46 and 38.
2. Add the ones digits: 6 + 8 = 14.
3. Write 4 in the ones place and carry over 1 to the tens place.
4. Add the tens digits plus the carried 1: 4 (from 46) + 3 (from 38) + 1 (carry) = 8.
5. The total number of marbles is 84.

Concept tested: Addition of two-digit numbers with carry

Published 4 October 2026 · How this solution was prepared and checked