Grade 1 · Math
Find the value of a tens digit practice
Distinguish the value of a tens digit from its digit name.
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What is the value of the digit 2 in the tens place of 227?
- 18
- 19
- 21
- 20
See the answer & why
20
2 is in the tens place, so its value is 2 × 10 = 20.
A little hint: A digit’s value depends on its place, not just its name.
A teaching tip
Each ten is worth ten ones; keep the unit attached to the digit.