Addition as Combining Math Example 4

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Example 4

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A farmer has 9 cows in one field and 7 cows in another field. The farmer opens the gate and the cows join together. How many cows are there now?

Solution

  1. 1
    Combining the two fields: \(9 + 7 = ?\)
  2. 2
    Count on from 9: 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16.
  3. 3
    \(9 + 7 = 16\).

Answer

16 cows
Joining the two fields combines both groups, giving a total of 16 cows.

About Addition as Combining

Understanding addition as the act of joining or combining two or more quantities to form a larger whole amount. This model helps students see addition as a physical action rather than an abstract rule.

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