Balance addition equations – up to two digits

key points :

🎯 What Does “Balance Equations” Mean?

• A balanced equation is like a seesaw ⚖️—both sides must be equal.
• Whatever is on the left side = right side.

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➕⚖️ Key Points to Remember

1️⃣ Both sides must have the same total

Example:
8 + 4 = 12 and 6 + 6 = 12
So,
👉 8 + 4 = 6 + 6 ✔️

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2️⃣ You can change the numbers, but NOT the total

If one side is 10, the other side must also be 10.
Example:
7 + 3 = 9 + 1

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3️⃣ Use number bonds to find missing numbers 🔢🎈

If:
5 + ___ = 11
Think:
11 – 5 = 6
So the missing number is 6.

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4️⃣ Use addition facts you already know 🧠✨

• Doubles facts: 6 + 6, 7 + 7
• Make 10 facts: 8 + 2, 9 + 1

These help balance equations faster!

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5️⃣ Check by adding both sides again ✔️

After solving, add both sides to make sure they match.
If they do ➡️ Balanced!
If not ➡️ Fix it! 🔧

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6️⃣ Order does NOT matter in addition 🔄

4 + 7 = 7 + 4
This helps balance equations easily!

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🌈 Examples

✔️ Balanced

9 + 3 = 10 + 2 🎉
Both sides = 12

❌ Not Balanced

7 + 5 ≠ 6 + 4
Left = 12, Right = 10

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⭐ Quick Tips for Students

• Count on your fingers ✋🤚
• Use a number line 📏
• Break apart numbers (10 + 2) 🎯
• Always check both sides ⚖️

Learn with an example

Let’s practice!🖊️