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What is Adding to Make 14?
Grade Level:
Pre-School – Class 2
All domains without exception
Definition
What is it?
Adding to Make 14 means finding different pairs of numbers that, when put together, give you the total sum of 14. It's like collecting items until you have exactly 14 of them.
Simple Example
Quick Example
Imagine you have 8 laddoos. How many more laddoos do you need to reach a total of 14 laddoos for your family? You need to find the missing number that adds to 8 to make 14.
Worked Example
Step-by-Step
Let's find out what number adds to 6 to make 14.
1. Start with the total you want to reach: 14.
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2. Identify the number you already have: 6.
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3. Think: '6 + what number = 14?'
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4. You can count up from 6: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. That's 8 more numbers.
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5. Alternatively, you can subtract the number you have from the total: 14 - 6 = 8.
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So, 8 is the number that adds to 6 to make 14.
Why It Matters
Understanding how numbers combine to make a total is fundamental for all math. It helps you quickly calculate things like change at a shop, how many runs are needed in cricket, or even how many ingredients to add in cooking. This skill is crucial for careers in finance, engineering, and even everyday budgeting.
Common Mistakes
MISTAKE: Students sometimes count the starting number again when counting up. For example, if adding to 6 to make 14, they might count '6, 7, 8...' starting from 6 as the first step. | CORRECTION: Always start counting UP from the number AFTER the one you already have. So, if you have 6, you count 7, 8, 9... until 14.
MISTAKE: Confusing addition with subtraction. For instance, trying to subtract 14 from 6 instead of 6 from 14. | CORRECTION: When finding a missing addend (the number you need to add), always subtract the known part from the total sum.
MISTAKE: Not checking the answer. Just writing down a number without verifying if it actually adds up to 14. | CORRECTION: After finding your answer, quickly add it back to the original number to ensure the sum is indeed 14. For example, if you found 8, check: 6 + 8 = 14. Yes!
Practice Questions
Try It Yourself
QUESTION: What number do you add to 9 to get 14? | ANSWER: 5
QUESTION: If you have 7 marbles, how many more do you need to have a total of 14 marbles? | ANSWER: 7
QUESTION: A shopkeeper has 14 samosas. He sold some and now has only 4 left. How many samosas did he sell? | ANSWER: 10
MCQ
Quick Quiz
Which pair of numbers adds up to 14?
5 and 8
6 and 7
9 and 5
4 and 9
The Correct Answer Is:
C
9 + 5 = 14. Options A, B, and D do not sum to 14 (5+8=13, 6+7=13, 4+9=13).
Real World Connection
In the Real World
When you're paying for groceries with UPI and the total bill is ₹14, but you only have a ₹10 note in your pocket, you quickly calculate that you need ₹4 more to complete the payment. This is exactly 'adding to make 14' in action!
Key Vocabulary
Key Terms
ADDITION: The process of combining two or more numbers to find their total sum | SUM: The total result when numbers are added together | MISSING ADDEND: The unknown number you need to add to another number to reach a specific total | TOTAL: The complete amount or number of something
What's Next
What to Learn Next
Great job understanding how to make 14! Next, you should learn 'What is Adding to Make 20?'. This will help you practice with larger numbers and build a strong foundation for more complex addition and subtraction problems.
