Answer to Question #200590 in Algebra for Remon

Question #200590

Use the method of compensation to show how you can make the subtraction of 563 − 79 easier.

Expert's answer

Subtraction by compensation means taking away more than you need and then adding some back.

"563 - 79 = (563 + 21) - (79 + 21) = 584 - 100 = 484."

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