CBSE Class 3 Mathematics: Fun With Give and Take NCERT Solutions

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This chapter, 'Fun With Give and Take,' for CBSE Class 3 Mathematics, focuses on building foundational skills in addition and subtraction. Students will encounter word problems that require them to calculate differences and sums in various real-life scenarios, such as cricket scores, shopping expenses, and reading progress. The solutions provide step-by-step guidance, using both column methods and clear explanations to help young learners understand the concepts of 'giving' (subtraction) and 'taking' (addition). These exercises are designed to reinforce numerical fluency and problem-solving abilities, making them an excellent tool for exam revision and strengthening mathematical comprehension.

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BoardCBSE
ClassClass 3
SubjectMathematics
Session2026
LanguageEnglish
TypeNCERT Solutions
Chapter6. Fun With Give and Take

Chapter summary

Chapter 6, 'Fun With Give and Take,' for Class 3 Maths NCERT Solutions, covers essential addition and subtraction concepts through practical word problems. It includes scenarios like calculating runs needed in a cricket match, managing money after purchases, and determining usage based on meter readings. The solutions emphasize clear, step-by-step methods to solve these problems, aiding students in developing their arithmetic skills and understanding of 'give and take' in mathematics.

Learning outcomes

  • Understand the concept of subtraction in real-world contexts.
  • Apply addition and subtraction to solve word problems.
  • Calculate the difference between two numbers accurately.
  • Determine the total amount of money left after a purchase.
  • Solve problems involving cricket scores and reading progress.
  • Perform multi-digit addition and subtraction using column methods.

Topics covered

Paper topics

  • Introduction to Addition and Subtraction
  • Word Problems involving Addition
  • Word Problems involving Subtraction
  • Calculating Differences
  • Calculating Remaining Amounts
  • Cricket Match Score Calculation
  • Money Transactions
  • Electricity Unit Calculation
  • Multi-digit Addition
  • Multi-digit Subtraction
  • Column Method for Arithmetic
  • Problem Solving Strategies

Important topics

  • Solving word problems using subtraction
  • Calculating remaining money after purchases
  • Finding the difference in quantities
  • Multi-digit subtraction with borrowing
  • Applying addition and subtraction in real-life scenarios
  • Understanding cricket score calculations
  • Multi-digit addition with carrying
  • Interpreting meter readings

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Questions and Solutions

Cricket Match

1. In a cricket match, Sri Lanka made 235 runs. India has made 123 runs. How many more runs does India need to win?
Solution:

To determine how many more runs India needs to win, we first need to know the target score. The problem states that to win, India must make 236 runs. India has already scored 123 runs. To find the difference, we subtract the runs India has made from the target score.

Target score for India = 236 runs

Runs India has made = 123 runs

Runs India needs to win = Target score - Runs made

Runs needed = 236 - 123

We can solve this using the column method: 2 3 6 -1 2 3 1 1 3 Therefore, India needs 113 more runs to win.

Try it Yourself

1. Geeta had Rs 368 in her purse. She bought a book for Rs 123. How much money is left in her purse?
Solution:

Geeta started with a certain amount of money and spent some of it to buy a book. To find out how much money is left, we need to subtract the cost of the book from the initial amount she had.

Money Geeta had in her purse = Rs 368

Cost of the book = Rs 123

Money left in her purse = Money she had - Cost of the book

Money left = 368 - 123

Using the column subtraction method: 3 6 8 -1 2 3 2 4 5 Thus, the money left in her purse is Rs 245.

Can you help Nabeela?

1. Nabeela's mother sent her to the market to buy some things. She gave her Rs 245. Nabeela bought 1 kg ghee for Rs 127. The shopkeeper gave her back Rs 98. Did the shopkeeper give her the right amount? (Kilogram is written as kg)
Solution:

Nabeela was given Rs 245 and she spent Rs 127 on ghee. To find the correct change she should receive, we subtract the cost of the ghee from the amount of money she had.

Amount Nabeela had = Rs 245

Cost of Ghee = Rs 127

Correct change = Amount Nabeela had - Cost of Ghee

Correct change = 245 - 127

Let's calculate using the column method: 2 4 5 -1 2 7 1 1 8 The shopkeeper should have given Nabeela Rs 118 back. However, the shopkeeper gave her back Rs 98. Since Rs 98 is not equal to Rs 118, the shopkeeper did not give her the right amount.

2. How much more money should the shopkeeper give Nabeela?
Solution:

We know from the previous question that the shopkeeper should have given Nabeela Rs 118, but he only gave her Rs 98. To find out how much more money he should give, we subtract the amount he gave her from the correct amount.

Correct amount shopkeeper should give = Rs 118

Amount shopkeeper gave = Rs 98

More money needed = Correct amount - Amount given

More money needed = 118 - 98

Using the column subtraction method: 1 1 8 -9 8 2 0 The shopkeeper should give Nabeela Rs 20 more.

Practice Time

1. Arvind has read 69 pages of a story book. Gauri has read 95 pages of that story book. Who has read more pages and how many more?
Solution:

To find out who has read more pages and by how many, we compare the number of pages read by Arvind and Gauri. Gauri read 95 pages and Arvind read 69 pages. Since 95 is greater than 69, Gauri has read more pages.

Pages read by Gauri = 95

Pages read by Arvind = 69

Difference in pages = Pages read by Gauri - Pages read by Arvind

Difference = 95 - 69

Using the column subtraction method: 9 5 -6 9 2 6

So, Gauri has read 26 pages more than Arvind.

2. Reena noted the electricity meter readings of her house. Last month's reading was 118 units. This month's reading is 193 units. How much electricity did she use in one month?
Solution:

To find out how much electricity Reena used in one month, we need to calculate the difference between this month's reading and last month's reading. The difference represents the units consumed during the month.

This month's reading = 193 units

Last month's reading = 118 units

Electricity used = This month's reading - Last month's reading

Electricity used = 193 - 118

Using the column subtraction method: 1 9 3 -1 1 8 7 5

So, she used 75 units of electricity in one month.

Solve the following:

3. Solve the following:
Solution:

We will solve each problem using the appropriate operation (addition or subtraction) and the column method.

  1. 17 + 24 1 7 +2 4 4 1

    Answer: 41

  2. 39 - 3 3 9 -3 3 6 Answer: 36

  3. 12 + 3 1 2 +3 1 5 Answer: 15

  4. 86 - 10 8 6 -1 0 7 6

    Answer: 76

  5. 14 + 58 1 4 +5 8 7 2

    Answer: 72

  6. 49 - 20 4 9 -2 0 2 9

    Answer: 29

  7. 139 + 213 1 3 9 +2 1 3 3 5 2 Answer: 352

  8. 237 - 136 2 3 7 -1 3 6 1 0 1 Answer: 101

  9. 325 - 110 3 2 5 -1 1 0 2 1 5 Answer: 215

  10. 474 - 204 4 7 4 -2 0 4 2 7 0 Answer: 270

  11. 642 - 413 6 4 2 -4 1 3 2 2 9 Answer: 229

  12. 135 + 146 1 3 5 +1 4 6 2 8 1 Answer: 281

Common mistakes

  • Errors in borrowing or carrying over in subtraction and addition.
  • Misinterpreting the word problem to identify the correct operation (addition vs. subtraction).
  • Calculation errors in multi-digit arithmetic.
  • Incorrectly setting up the subtraction or addition problem.
  • Forgetting to add or subtract the units, tens, or hundreds place correctly.

Revision tips

  • Practice solving each word problem by first identifying whether to add or subtract.
  • Use the column method shown in the solutions to organize your calculations for addition and subtraction.
  • Review the examples carefully to understand the steps involved in borrowing and carrying.
  • Try to create your own word problems based on the 'give and take' concept.
  • Check your answers by performing the inverse operation (e.g., if you subtracted, try adding to verify).

Practice MCQs

Q1. In a cricket match, if India needs 236 runs to win and has scored 123 runs, how many more runs are needed?

Q2. Geeta had Rs 368 and bought a book for Rs 123. How much money is left?

Q3. Nabeela bought ghee for Rs 127 with Rs 245. The shopkeeper returned Rs 98. Was this the correct amount?

Q4. Gauri read 95 pages and Arvind read 69 pages. Who read more and by how many pages?

Q5. Electricity reading changed from 118 units to 193 units. How many units were used?

Frequently asked questions

What is the main focus of the 'Fun With Give and Take' chapter for Class 3 Maths?

The chapter focuses on developing students' skills in addition and subtraction through various real-life word problems, such as calculating scores, money, and usage.

How do these NCERT Solutions help students?

These solutions provide clear, step-by-step explanations for each problem, helping students understand the methods for solving addition and subtraction problems accurately.

Are the questions in the solutions the same as in the NCERT textbook?

Yes, the questions are kept the same as in the NCERT textbook, ensuring students can practice with the exact problems they are given.

What mathematical operations are covered in this chapter?

This chapter primarily covers addition and subtraction, including multi-digit calculations and problems requiring borrowing or carrying.

How can I use these solutions for exam revision?

You can use these solutions to review the concepts, practice the methods shown, and check your answers for accuracy, especially for word problems involving 'give and take'.

What is the importance of the column method shown in the solutions?

The column method helps organize numbers vertically, making it easier to perform addition and subtraction accurately, especially with larger numbers, by aligning units, tens, and hundreds places.

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