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<p>A number with up to 3 digits ranges from 1 to 999. These numbers are commonly used in everyday counting and calculations. In the Indian and International number systems, these numbers are straightforward to understand. We will learn more about 3-digit numbers below.</p>
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<p>A number with up to 3 digits ranges from 1 to 999. These numbers are commonly used in everyday counting and calculations. In the Indian and International number systems, these numbers are straightforward to understand. We will learn more about 3-digit numbers below.</p>
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<h2>What are 3-Digit Numbers?</h2>
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<h2>What are 3-Digit Numbers?</h2>
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<p>Any<a>number</a>that has up to three digits is known as a 3-digit number. The numbers that start from 100 to 999 are the 3-digit numbers. For example, 234 and 876 are 3-digit numbers.</p>
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<p>Any<a>number</a>that has up to three digits is known as a 3-digit number. The numbers that start from 100 to 999 are the 3-digit numbers. For example, 234 and 876 are 3-digit numbers.</p>
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<h2>How to Write Numbers up to 3-Digits?</h2>
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<h2>How to Write Numbers up to 3-Digits?</h2>
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<p>The 3-digit numbers are straightforward in both the International and Indian<a>number systems</a>. Commas are not typically used for numbers with only three digits as they are easy to read.</p>
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<p>The 3-digit numbers are straightforward in both the International and Indian<a>number systems</a>. Commas are not typically used for numbers with only three digits as they are easy to read.</p>
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<p>For example, the smallest 3-digit number is 100, and the largest is 999.</p>
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<p>For example, the smallest 3-digit number is 100, and the largest is 999.</p>
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<h2>Comparison of the Indian System and the International System</h2>
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<h2>Comparison of the Indian System and the International System</h2>
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<p>For numbers up to 3 digits, the Indian and International number systems do not differ in representation. Both systems write numbers from 100 to 999 without any comma, as these numbers are simple enough to read without additional formatting.</p>
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<p>For numbers up to 3 digits, the Indian and International number systems do not differ in representation. Both systems write numbers from 100 to 999 without any comma, as these numbers are simple enough to read without additional formatting.</p>
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<h2>How to Decompose 3-Digit Numbers?</h2>
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<h2>How to Decompose 3-Digit Numbers?</h2>
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<p>Any 3-digit number has place values ranging from hundreds to ones. Here are the<a>place value</a>names from right to left in a 3-digit number.</p>
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<p>Any 3-digit number has place values ranging from hundreds to ones. Here are the<a>place value</a>names from right to left in a 3-digit number.</p>
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<p>Digit 1: Ones / Units</p>
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<p>Digit 1: Ones / Units</p>
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<p>Digit 2: Tens</p>
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<p>Digit 2: Tens</p>
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<p>Digit 3: Hundreds</p>
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<p>Digit 3: Hundreds</p>
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<p>Let us take an example number: 482 and break it into its place values.</p>
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<p>Let us take an example number: 482 and break it into its place values.</p>
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<p>Digit 1: PV = 2 × 1 = 2</p>
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<p>Digit 1: PV = 2 × 1 = 2</p>
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<p>Digit 2: PV = 8 × 10 = 80</p>
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<p>Digit 2: PV = 8 × 10 = 80</p>
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<p>Digit 3: PV = 4 × 100 = 400</p>
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<p>Digit 3: PV = 4 × 100 = 400</p>
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<p>Here, PV stands for Place Value.</p>
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<p>Here, PV stands for Place Value.</p>
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<h2>Largest and Smallest 3-Digit Numbers</h2>
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<h2>Largest and Smallest 3-Digit Numbers</h2>
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<p>The largest 3-digit number is 999. If we add one more number, we will get 1,000, which has 4 digits. The smallest 3-digit number is 100. If we subtract 1 from this number, we will get 99, which has only 2 digits.</p>
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<p>The largest 3-digit number is 999. If we add one more number, we will get 1,000, which has 4 digits. The smallest 3-digit number is 100. If we subtract 1 from this number, we will get 99, which has only 2 digits.</p>
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<h2>Tips and Tricks for Numbers up to 3-Digits</h2>
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<h2>Tips and Tricks for Numbers up to 3-Digits</h2>
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<p>3-digit numbers are easy to work with as they are simple and straightforward. By understanding basic place values, you can read, write, and compare them quickly. Here are some tips: </p>
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<p>3-digit numbers are easy to work with as they are simple and straightforward. By understanding basic place values, you can read, write, and compare them quickly. Here are some tips: </p>
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<ul><li>Remember that the hundreds place is the leftmost digit, tens in the middle, and ones on the right.</li>
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<ul><li>Remember that the hundreds place is the leftmost digit, tens in the middle, and ones on the right.</li>
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</ul><ul><li>Practice breaking down numbers into their place values to understand their composition better.</li>
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</ul><ul><li>Practice breaking down numbers into their place values to understand their composition better.</li>
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</ul><ul><li>Knowing the smallest and largest numbers in this range helps with quick calculations and comparisons. </li>
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</ul><ul><li>Knowing the smallest and largest numbers in this range helps with quick calculations and comparisons. </li>
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</ul><ul><li>A zero in the tens or hundreds place can significantly change the number’s value; double-check your numbers for<a>accuracy</a>.</li>
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</ul><ul><li>A zero in the tens or hundreds place can significantly change the number’s value; double-check your numbers for<a>accuracy</a>.</li>
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</ul><h2>Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in Numbers up to 3-Digits</h2>
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</ul><h2>Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in Numbers up to 3-Digits</h2>
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<p>Students sometimes make mistakes when learning or writing numbers, especially when it is a 3-digit number. Minor errors in reading, writing, or understanding place values can change the number. Given below are some common errors and how to avoid them.</p>
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<p>Students sometimes make mistakes when learning or writing numbers, especially when it is a 3-digit number. Minor errors in reading, writing, or understanding place values can change the number. Given below are some common errors and how to avoid them.</p>
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<h3>Problem 1</h3>
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<h3>Problem 1</h3>
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<p>Write the smallest 3-digit number.</p>
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<p>Write the smallest 3-digit number.</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>100</p>
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<p>100</p>
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<h3>Explanation</h3>
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<h3>Explanation</h3>
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<p>The smallest 3-digit number is 100, as it is the first number with three digits.</p>
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<p>The smallest 3-digit number is 100, as it is the first number with three digits.</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>What is the place value of 7 in the number 572?</p>
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<p>What is the place value of 7 in the number 572?</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>The place value is 70.</p>
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<p>The place value is 70.</p>
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<h3>Explanation</h3>
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<h3>Explanation</h3>
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<p>In the number 572, 7 is in the tens place. Therefore, its place value is 7 × 10 = 70.</p>
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<p>In the number 572, 7 is in the tens place. Therefore, its place value is 7 × 10 = 70.</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>Write 345 in expanded form.</p>
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<p>Write 345 in expanded form.</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>300 + 40 + 5</p>
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<p>300 + 40 + 5</p>
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<h3>Explanation</h3>
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<h3>Explanation</h3>
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<p>The number 345 in expanded form is 300 + 40 + 5, based on the place values of each digit.</p>
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<p>The number 345 in expanded form is 300 + 40 + 5, based on the place values of each digit.</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>Which is greater: 456 or 654?</p>
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<p>Which is greater: 456 or 654?</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>654</p>
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<p>654</p>
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<h3>Explanation</h3>
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<h3>Explanation</h3>
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<p>Both numbers are 3 digits long. Comparing from the left, 654 is greater than 456.</p>
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<p>Both numbers are 3 digits long. Comparing from the left, 654 is greater than 456.</p>
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<p>Well explained 👍</p>
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<p>Well explained 👍</p>
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<h3>Problem 5</h3>
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<h3>Problem 5</h3>
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<p>How many 3-digit numbers are there in total?</p>
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<p>How many 3-digit numbers are there in total?</p>
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<p>Okay, lets begin</p>
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<p>900</p>
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<p>900</p>
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<h3>Explanation</h3>
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<h3>Explanation</h3>
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<p>The smallest 3-digit number is 100 and the largest is 999. We find the total numbers by: Number of 3-digit numbers = Largest - Smallest + 1 = 999 - 100 + 1 = 900</p>
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<p>The smallest 3-digit number is 100 and the largest is 999. We find the total numbers by: Number of 3-digit numbers = Largest - Smallest + 1 = 999 - 100 + 1 = 900</p>
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<p>Well explained 👍</p>
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<p>Well explained 👍</p>
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<h2>FAQs on Numbers up to 3-Digits</h2>
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<h2>FAQs on Numbers up to 3-Digits</h2>
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<h3>1.What are the smallest and largest 3-digit numbers?</h3>
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<h3>1.What are the smallest and largest 3-digit numbers?</h3>
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<p>The smallest 3-digit number is 100, and the largest 3-digit number is 999.</p>
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<p>The smallest 3-digit number is 100, and the largest 3-digit number is 999.</p>
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<h3>2.How many 3-digit numbers are there in total?</h3>
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<p>There are 900 different 3-digit numbers.</p>
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<p>There are 900 different 3-digit numbers.</p>
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<h3>3.Can a 3-digit number start with 0?</h3>
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<h3>3.Can a 3-digit number start with 0?</h3>
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<p>No, a 3-digit number cannot start with 0. Numbers starting with 0 have fewer than 3 digits.</p>
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<p>No, a 3-digit number cannot start with 0. Numbers starting with 0 have fewer than 3 digits.</p>
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<h3>4.What is the place value of the first digit in a 3-digit number?</h3>
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<h3>4.What is the place value of the first digit in a 3-digit number?</h3>
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<p>The first digit has a place value of hundreds.</p>
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<p>The first digit has a place value of hundreds.</p>
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<h3>5.Can 3-digit numbers be negative?</h3>
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<h3>5.Can 3-digit numbers be negative?</h3>
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<p>Yes, 3-digit numbers can be negative if a minus sign is added, but the digit count is based only on the number itself, not the sign.</p>
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<p>Yes, 3-digit numbers can be negative if a minus sign is added, but the digit count is based only on the number itself, not the sign.</p>
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<h2>Important Glossary of Numbers up to 3-Digits</h2>
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<h2>Important Glossary of Numbers up to 3-Digits</h2>
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<ul><li><strong>Digit:</strong>A single number from 0 to 9 used to form larger numbers.</li>
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<ul><li><strong>Digit:</strong>A single number from 0 to 9 used to form larger numbers.</li>
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</ul><ul><li><strong>Place Value:</strong>The value of a digit based on its position in a number.</li>
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</ul><ul><li><strong>Place Value:</strong>The value of a digit based on its position in a number.</li>
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</ul><ul><li><strong>Smallest 3-digit number:</strong>The lowest number that has exactly 3 digits (100).</li>
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</ul><ul><li><strong>Smallest 3-digit number:</strong>The lowest number that has exactly 3 digits (100).</li>
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</ul><ul><li><strong>Largest 3-digit number:</strong>The highest number that has exactly 3 digits (999).</li>
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</ul><ul><li><strong>Largest 3-digit number:</strong>The highest number that has exactly 3 digits (999).</li>
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</ul><ul><li><strong>Hundreds:</strong>The place value position for the third digit from the right in a 3-digit number.</li>
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</ul><ul><li><strong>Hundreds:</strong>The place value position for the third digit from the right in a 3-digit number.</li>
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<h2>Hiralee Lalitkumar Makwana</h2>
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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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<h3>Fun Fact</h3>
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<h3>Fun Fact</h3>
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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>