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Definition Of First

An ordinal number that shows the beginning number of a set is called First.

More About First

'First' is also written as "1st".

Video Examples:Math Addition Lesson for 1st Grade
 

Example of First

Consider the set of vowels, V = {a, e, i, o, u}. This set starts with the letter `a`, so `a` is the First element of the set V.

Solved Example on First

Ques: Find the first number of the set given below.

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Choices:

A. 18
B. 5
C. 8
D. 15
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Step 1: An ordinal number that shows the beginning number of a set is called First. 
Step 2: In the given set, 18 is the first number.

Quick Summary

  • 'First' indicates the initial position in a sequence.
  • Represented as 1st.
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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use real-world examples like lining up students or ordering objects to illustrate the concept of 'first'.

🎓 Prerequisites

  • Counting
  • Identifying Numbers

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: Which comes first in the following set: 5, 18, 8, 15?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does 'first' mean?
A: It means the very beginning or the number one in a series.

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