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<p>The mathematical operation of finding the difference between two equal quantities is known as the subtraction of equality. It helps simplify equations and solve problems that involve constants, variables, and arithmetic operations.</p>
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<p>The mathematical operation of finding the difference between two equal quantities is known as the subtraction of equality. It helps simplify equations and solve problems that involve constants, variables, and arithmetic operations.</p>
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<h2>What is Subtraction of Equality?</h2>
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<h2>What is Subtraction of Equality?</h2>
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<p>Subtracting equality involves finding the difference between equal quantities by introducing the concept of maintaining balance. It requires ensuring that both sides of an<a>equation</a>remain equal after the<a>subtraction</a>.</p>
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<p>Subtracting equality involves finding the difference between equal quantities by introducing the concept of maintaining balance. It requires ensuring that both sides of an<a>equation</a>remain equal after the<a>subtraction</a>.</p>
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<p>There are three components of an<a>expression</a>in subtraction of equality:</p>
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<p>There are three components of an<a>expression</a>in subtraction of equality:</p>
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<p>Coefficients: These are<a>constant</a>values like -1, 4, etc.</p>
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<p>Coefficients: These are<a>constant</a>values like -1, 4, etc.</p>
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<p>Variables: These are unknown quantities like x, y, z, etc.</p>
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<p>Variables: These are unknown quantities like x, y, z, etc.</p>
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<p>Operators: For subtraction, the operator is the minus (-)<a>symbol</a>.</p>
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<p>Operators: For subtraction, the operator is the minus (-)<a>symbol</a>.</p>
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<h2>How to do Subtraction of Equality?</h2>
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<h2>How to do Subtraction of Equality?</h2>
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<p>When subtracting to maintain equality, students should follow these rules:</p>
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<p>When subtracting to maintain equality, students should follow these rules:</p>
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<p>Maintain balance: Subtract the same value from both sides of the equation to keep it balanced.</p>
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<p>Maintain balance: Subtract the same value from both sides of the equation to keep it balanced.</p>
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<p>Combine like<a>terms</a>: Only like terms can be subtracted from one another, so group all like terms together on each side of the equation.</p>
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<p>Combine like<a>terms</a>: Only like terms can be subtracted from one another, so group all like terms together on each side of the equation.</p>
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<p>Simplifying result: After all like terms are combined, simplify the equation to see if further operations are necessary to solve for<a>variables</a>.</p>
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<p>Simplifying result: After all like terms are combined, simplify the equation to see if further operations are necessary to solve for<a>variables</a>.</p>
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<h2>Methods to do Subtraction of Equality</h2>
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<h2>Methods to do Subtraction of Equality</h2>
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<p>The following methods are used for subtraction while maintaining equality:</p>
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<p>The following methods are used for subtraction while maintaining equality:</p>
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<h3>Method 1: Horizontal Method</h3>
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<h3>Method 1: Horizontal Method</h3>
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<p>To apply the horizontal method for subtraction while maintaining equality, use these steps.</p>
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<p>To apply the horizontal method for subtraction while maintaining equality, use these steps.</p>
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<p>Step 1: Write the equation with the expressions on both sides.</p>
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<p>Step 1: Write the equation with the expressions on both sides.</p>
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<p>Step 2: Subtract the same value from both sides.</p>
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<p>Step 2: Subtract the same value from both sides.</p>
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<p>Step 3: Combine like terms on each side. Let's apply these steps to an example:</p>
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<p>Step 3: Combine like terms on each side. Let's apply these steps to an example:</p>
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<p>Question: Subtract 3 from both sides of the equation x + 5 = 10.</p>
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<p>Question: Subtract 3 from both sides of the equation x + 5 = 10.</p>
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<p>Step 1: Write the equation x + 5 = 10.</p>
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<p>Step 1: Write the equation x + 5 = 10.</p>
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<p>Step 2: Subtract 3 from both sides: x + 5 - 3 = 10 - 3.</p>
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<p>Step 2: Subtract 3 from both sides: x + 5 - 3 = 10 - 3.</p>
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<p>Step 3: Simplify: x + 2 = 7.</p>
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<p>Step 3: Simplify: x + 2 = 7.</p>
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<h3>Method 2: Column Method</h3>
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<h3>Method 2: Column Method</h3>
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<p>When subtracting while maintaining equality using the column method, align the expressions vertically. Make sure to subtract the same value from both sides and<a>combine like terms</a>.</p>
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<p>When subtracting while maintaining equality using the column method, align the expressions vertically. Make sure to subtract the same value from both sides and<a>combine like terms</a>.</p>
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<p>For example, Subtract 4 from both sides of the equation 2x + 3 = 11.</p>
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<p>For example, Subtract 4 from both sides of the equation 2x + 3 = 11.</p>
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<p>Solution: Arrange the equation vertically: 2x + 3 ← Left side - 4 ← Subtracted value ---------- 2x - 1 = 7</p>
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<p>Solution: Arrange the equation vertically: 2x + 3 ← Left side - 4 ← Subtracted value ---------- 2x - 1 = 7</p>
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<h2>Properties of Subtraction of Equality</h2>
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<h2>Properties of Subtraction of Equality</h2>
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<p>In<a>algebra</a>, subtraction while maintaining equality has several properties:</p>
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<p>In<a>algebra</a>, subtraction while maintaining equality has several properties:</p>
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<ol><li>Subtraction must maintain balance To keep an equation balanced, any operation performed on one side must be performed on the other.</li>
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<ol><li>Subtraction must maintain balance To keep an equation balanced, any operation performed on one side must be performed on the other.</li>
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<li>Subtraction is not commutative In maintaining equality, the<a>order of operations</a>matters.</li>
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<li>Subtraction is not commutative In maintaining equality, the<a>order of operations</a>matters.</li>
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<li>Subtraction is not associative Operations performed in different groupings can lead to different results.</li>
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<li>Subtraction is not associative Operations performed in different groupings can lead to different results.</li>
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<li>Subtraction of zero Subtracting zero from an equation does not change its balance: A - 0 = A</li>
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<li>Subtraction of zero Subtracting zero from an equation does not change its balance: A - 0 = A</li>
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</ol><h2>Tips and Tricks for Subtraction of Equality</h2>
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</ol><h2>Tips and Tricks for Subtraction of Equality</h2>
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<p>These tips can help students efficiently subtract while maintaining equality:</p>
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<p>These tips can help students efficiently subtract while maintaining equality:</p>
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<p>Tip 1: Always perform the same operation on both sides to maintain balance.</p>
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<p>Tip 1: Always perform the same operation on both sides to maintain balance.</p>
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<p>Tip 2: Double-check the signs when subtracting to prevent errors.</p>
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<p>Tip 2: Double-check the signs when subtracting to prevent errors.</p>
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<p>Tip 3: Use the column method for visual clarity, especially with complex equations.</p>
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<p>Tip 3: Use the column method for visual clarity, especially with complex equations.</p>
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<h2>Ignoring balance</h2>
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<h2>Ignoring balance</h2>
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<p>Students may forget to perform the same operation on both sides. Always ensure balance by checking both sides of the equation.</p>
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<p>Students may forget to perform the same operation on both sides. Always ensure balance by checking both sides of the equation.</p>
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<h3>Problem 1</h3>
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<h3>Problem 1</h3>
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<p>Subtract 2 from both sides: x + 7 - 2 = 12 - 2 x + 5 = 10</p>
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<p>Subtract 2 from both sides: x + 7 - 2 = 12 - 2 x + 5 = 10</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>Subtract 5 from both sides of the equation 3a + 4 = 15.</p>
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<p>Subtract 5 from both sides of the equation 3a + 4 = 15.</p>
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<p>Well explained 👍</p>
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<p>Well explained 👍</p>
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<h3>Problem 2</h3>
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<h3>Problem 2</h3>
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<p>Subtract 5 from both sides: 3a + 4 - 5 = 15 - 5 3a - 1 = 10</p>
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<p>Subtract 5 from both sides: 3a + 4 - 5 = 15 - 5 3a - 1 = 10</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>Subtract 7 from both sides of the equation 4x + 9 = 23.</p>
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<p>Subtract 7 from both sides of the equation 4x + 9 = 23.</p>
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<p>Well explained 👍</p>
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<p>Well explained 👍</p>
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<h3>Problem 3</h3>
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<h3>Problem 3</h3>
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<p>Subtract 7 from both sides: 4x + 9 - 7 = 23 - 7 4x + 2 = 16</p>
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<p>Subtract 7 from both sides: 4x + 9 - 7 = 23 - 7 4x + 2 = 16</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>Subtract 6 from both sides of the equation 5p + 8 = 20.</p>
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<p>Subtract 6 from both sides of the equation 5p + 8 = 20.</p>
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<p>Well explained 👍</p>
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<p>Well explained 👍</p>
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<h3>Problem 4</h3>
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<h3>Problem 4</h3>
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<p>Subtract 6 from both sides: 5p + 8 - 6 = 20 - 6 5p + 2 = 14</p>
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<p>Subtract 6 from both sides: 5p + 8 - 6 = 20 - 6 5p + 2 = 14</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>Subtract 9 from both sides of the equation 2x + 10 = 19.</p>
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<p>Subtract 9 from both sides of the equation 2x + 10 = 19.</p>
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<p>Well explained 👍</p>
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<p>Well explained 👍</p>
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<h2>No, subtracting different values from each side will disrupt the balance of the equation.</h2>
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<h2>No, subtracting different values from each side will disrupt the balance of the equation.</h2>
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<h3>1.Is subtraction commutative when maintaining equality?</h3>
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<h3>1.Is subtraction commutative when maintaining equality?</h3>
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<p>No, in equality maintenance, the order of operations is crucial, and subtraction is not commutative.</p>
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<p>No, in equality maintenance, the order of operations is crucial, and subtraction is not commutative.</p>
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<h3>2.What is the purpose of maintaining balance in equations?</h3>
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<h3>2.What is the purpose of maintaining balance in equations?</h3>
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<p>Maintaining balance ensures that both sides of an equation remain equal, which is essential for<a>solving equations</a>accurately.</p>
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<p>Maintaining balance ensures that both sides of an equation remain equal, which is essential for<a>solving equations</a>accurately.</p>
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<h3>3.What is the first step in subtracting while maintaining equality?</h3>
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<h3>3.What is the first step in subtracting while maintaining equality?</h3>
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<p>The first step is to decide the value to be subtracted and ensure it is subtracted from both sides of the equation.</p>
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<p>The first step is to decide the value to be subtracted and ensure it is subtracted from both sides of the equation.</p>
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<h3>4.What methods are used for subtraction while maintaining equality?</h3>
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<h3>4.What methods are used for subtraction while maintaining equality?</h3>
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<p>The horizontal method and the column method are used to subtract while maintaining equality.</p>
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<p>The horizontal method and the column method are used to subtract while maintaining equality.</p>
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<h2>Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in Subtraction of Equality</h2>
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<h2>Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in Subtraction of Equality</h2>
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<p>Subtracting while maintaining equality can be challenging, often leading to common mistakes. Awareness of these errors can help students avoid them.</p>
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<p>Subtracting while maintaining equality can be challenging, often leading to common mistakes. Awareness of these errors can help students avoid them.</p>
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<h3>About the Author</h3>
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<h3>About the Author</h3>
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<p>Hiralee Lalitkumar Makwana has almost two years of teaching experience. She is a number ninja as she loves numbers. Her interest in numbers can be seen in the way she cracks math puzzles and hidden patterns.</p>
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<p>Hiralee Lalitkumar Makwana has almost two years of teaching experience. She is a number ninja as she loves numbers. Her interest in numbers can be seen in the way she cracks math puzzles and hidden patterns.</p>
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<p>: She loves to read number jokes and games.</p>
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<p>: She loves to read number jokes and games.</p>