Mastering Addition

Addition in Mathematics

• Addition is a basic mathematical operation that represents combining two or more numbers to get a total or a sum.
• The numbers being added are called addends or operands.
• The result of addition is called the sum or total.

Symbol for Addition

• The symbol used to indicate addition of numbers is the plus sign (+).

Everyday Applications of Addition

• We commonly use addition in everyday life to: • Count or measure quantities together (e.g., combining scores, quantities, or amounts). • Calculate totals or sums (e.g., calculating change, tips, or discounts). • Solve problems involving combining sets or groups (e.g., people, objects, or items).