How do you add numbers with your hands?

You can add numbers with your hands by representing each number with your fingers and then counting the total.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

• Representing the Numbers: Use your fingers to represent each number you want to add. For example, to represent the number 5, extend five fingers on one hand. To represent the number 4, extend four fingers on the other hand.

• Combining and Counting: Bring your hands together and count all the extended fingers.

• Example:

  • To add 5 + 4:
    • Extend five fingers on one hand.
    • Extend four fingers on the other hand.
    • Count all the extended fingers: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9.
    • Therefore, 5 + 4 = 9.

This method works best for smaller numbers (typically up to 10) since you only have ten fingers. For larger numbers, this becomes less practical.