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COUNTING NUMBERS

Counting Numbers

Definition Of Counting Numbers

The numbers which are used for counting from one to infinity are called Counting Numbers.

More About Counting Numbers

Counting numbers are also called as natural numbers.

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Example of Counting Numbers

 example of Counting Numbers

There are 7 apples in the basket shown above.

Solved Example on Counting Numbers

Ques: Which of the following is not a counting number?

Choices:

A. 30
B. 9
C. 0
D. 10
Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Step 1: The numbers which are used for counting from one to infinity are called counting numbers.
Step 2: 30, 9, and 10 are counting numbers.
Step 3: So, 0 is not a counting number.

Quick Summary

  • Counting numbers start at 1.
  • Counting numbers continue infinitely.
  • Counting numbers are also called natural numbers.
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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use physical objects like blocks or counters to help students visualize counting numbers. Emphasize the difference between counting numbers and whole numbers.

🎓 Prerequisites

    Check Your Knowledge

    Q1: Which of the following is NOT a counting number?

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: Is zero a counting number?
    A: No, zero is not a counting number. Counting numbers start at one.

    Q: Are fractions counting numbers?
    A: No, fractions are not counting numbers. Counting numbers are whole numbers.

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