Open Middle®
Directions: Using the digits 1-9, at most once each, fill in the boxes to make a true statement.
Hint
Hint
Where do you find it most manageable to begin placing digits? Think about what digit will end up in the hundredths place of the difference based on the digit you use in the hundredths place of the subtrahend.
Answer
Answer
There are multiple solutions. Three solutions are 9.5-7.34=2.16; 8.7 – 3.29 = 5.41; 9.1-5.24=3.86
Source: Adina Rochkind
