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What is the sum of 4 and 9?

easy 1 mark Class 2 · Mathematics · Add our Points
Answer
13

The correct answer is 13 — Add the carried 1 to the tens place (which is zero), resulting in 1 in the tens place. The final sum is 13.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Add the units place: 4 + 9 = 13.
  2. Since the sum is a two‑digit number, write 3 in the units place and carry 1 to the tens place.
  3. Add the carried 1 to the tens place (which is zero), resulting in 1 in the tens place. The final sum is 13.
Common mistake: Adding 4 and 9 incorrectly as 14

Concept tested: Addition of two one‑digit numbers

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