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Subtract 38 from 65.

medium 2 marks Class 1 · Mathematics · Subtraction
Answer
27

The correct answer is 27 — Combine the results: 27.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Subtract the units: 5 - 8 cannot be done, so borrow 1 from the tens.
  2. The tens digit 6 becomes 5 and the units become 15.
  3. Subtract units: 15 - 8 = 7.
  4. Subtract tens: 5 - 3 = 2.
  5. Combine the results: 27.
Common mistake: Subtracting units without borrowing

Concept tested: Subtraction with borrowing

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