Math · Topic 60 of 124
Number Bonds
⭐ MasteredNumber bonds show pairs of numbers that add up to a total. For example, 3 and 7 are a number bond to 10.
💡 Fun fact
Knowing number bonds to 10 helps with adding and subtracting quickly.
All about Number Bonds
Number bonds are pairs of numbers that add up to a total.
Knowing number bonds makes adding, subtracting and mental maths faster.
For example, 3 and 7 are a number bond to 10, because 3 + 7 = 10.
Once you know that 6 and 4 make 10, you can quickly work out that 16 and 4 make 20. Practising number bonds builds a strong foundation for all future maths.
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Real-life uses of Number Bonds
- Counting change quickly
- Solving mental maths problems
- Checking addition answers
Frequently asked questions about Number Bonds
What number goes with 6 to make 10?
It is 4.
Why learn number bonds?
They make mental calculation faster.