Write the smallest whole number in each blank to make each number statement true.
- 37 is less than ____ - 24.
- 61 is less than ____ + 7.
(a)
Smallest whole number more than 37 is 38.
38 = ____ - 24
____ = 38 + 24
____ = 62
(b)
Smallest whole number more than 61 is 62.
62 = ____ + 7
____ = 62 - 7
____ = 55
Answer(s): (a) 62; (b) 55