How many tens are there in the number 84?
Answer
8
The correct answer is 8 — So 84 contains 8 tens.
Step-by-step solution
- 84 ÷ 10 = 8 with a remainder of 4.
- The quotient gives the number of full tens in 84.
- So 84 contains 8 tens.
Common mistake: Counting 9 tens by thinking 84 is close to 90
Concept tested: Number of tens in a decimal number
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