Question

Which of the following options correctly describes the number frame that represents the given equation.
$11+6=?$

• A. The equation can be represented using one 10-number frame.
  
• B. There will be only 7 counters in one of the number frames.
  
• C. A total of 17 counters will be filled in two number frames.
  
• D. Both B and C are correct.
  

Answer 1

The correct option is D Both B and C are correct.


Solution: Option D

Say: Let’s read the question.

Ask:
What numbers are given, and what is missing in the given equation?
Ans: The addends, 11 and 6 are given. The total is missing.

How can we represent the equation using a number frame?
Ans: First, we add 11 counters for 11 in two number frames. 10 in the first number frame, and 1 in the second. Then, we add 6 more counters in the empty frames of the second number frame.
How many counters will be there in all?
Ans: 17

Do you think the first option is correct? Why?
Ans: No, because we needed two 10-number frames to represent the equation.

Do you think the second option is correct? Why?
Ans: Yes, a total of 17 counters are filled in two number frames.

Do you think the third option is correct? Why?
Ans: Yes, because there are only 7 counters in the second number frame.

What will be the complete addition equation for the problem?
Ans: 11 + 6 = 17

Hence, option D is the correct answer.

WB: If required, use the whiteboard to draw the number frame and write the equation.