Question

find the difference. 29.9 - 18.82 =

Explanation:

Step1: Align decimal points

Write the numbers as \( 29.90 - 18.82 \) (adding a zero to 29.9 to have the same decimal places).

Step2: Subtract the hundredths place

\( 0 - 2 \) is not possible, so borrow from the tenths place. The tenths place becomes \( 8 \), and the hundredths place becomes \( 10 \). Then \( 10 - 2 = 8 \).

Step3: Subtract the tenths place

Now, tenths place: \( 8 - 8 = 0 \).

Step4: Subtract the ones and tens places

Ones and tens: \( 29 - 18 = 11 \).

Step5: Combine the results

Combine the parts: \( 11 + 0.08 = 11.08 \).

Answer:

\( 11.08 \)