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What does it mean to add zero?

When we add zero to a number, the number stays the same. Zero means “nothing,” so nothing is added.

Examples:
  • 3 + 0 = 3
  • 7 + 0 = 7
  • 0 + 5 = 5
  • 10 + 0 = 10
Remember:

Adding zero does not change the number!

Fun Tip:


Think of zero as an invisible friend. If you have 4 apples and your invisible friend brings 0 more, you still have 4 apples!

Practice:
  • 6 + 0 = ___
  • 0 + 9 = ___
  • 2 + 0 = ___
  • 0 + 8 = ___
Key Point:

Any number plus zero is always the same number!

  • When you add zero to a number, the number stays the same.
  • Now add:
  • 0 + 3 = 3
  • When you add zero to a number, the number stays the same.
  • Now add:
  • 5 + 0 = 5
  • When you add zero to a number, the number stays the same.
  • Now add:
  • 1 + 0 = 1