Write the smallest whole number in each blank to make each number statement true.
- 45 is less than ____ - 24.
- 75 is less than ____ + 7.
(a)
Smallest whole number more than 45 is 46.
46 = ____ - 24
____ = 46 + 24
____ = 70
(b)
Smallest whole number more than 75 is 76.
76 = ____ + 7
____ = 76 - 7
____ = 69
Answer(s): (a) 70; (b) 69