Math Problem Statement

In the number 35284, replace the digit 8 by 4, replace the digit 5 by 8, and the digit 3 by 1. Using only reasoning (no subtraction algorithm allowed), find the change in the value of the number. Explain and justify.

Solution

To solve this, we determine the change in the value of the number 3528435284 by directly analyzing how each digit replacement alters the number's value. Let's break this into steps:

Step 1: Analyze positional values

In the number 3528435284, each digit has a positional value based on its place:

  • 33 is in the ten-thousands place (10,00010,000).
  • 55 is in the thousands place (1,0001,000).
  • 22 is in the hundreds place (100100).
  • 88 is in the tens place (1010).
  • 44 is in the ones place (11).

Step 2: Replace digits and calculate changes

Original and New Digits:

  • 313 \to 1: Decrease of 31=23 - 1 = 2, affecting the 10,00010,000-place.
    Change in value: 2×10,000=20,0002 \times 10,000 = 20,000 (decrease).

  • 585 \to 8: Increase of 85=38 - 5 = 3, affecting the 1,0001,000-place.
    Change in value: 3×1,000=3,0003 \times 1,000 = 3,000 (increase).

  • 848 \to 4: Decrease of 84=48 - 4 = 4, affecting the 1010-place.
    Change in value: 4×10=404 \times 10 = 40 (decrease).

  • 22 and 44 remain unchanged, so they have no effect on the value.

Step 3: Combine all changes

The total change in the number is the sum of the changes from each replacement: 20,000+3,00040=17,040-20,000 + 3,000 - 40 = -17,040

Final Answer:

The change in the value of the number 3528435284 is a decrease of 17,04017,040.


Justification:

This reasoning approach is valid because it works directly with the positional values of the digits, avoiding subtraction algorithms. Each digit's positional impact is computed separately, ensuring accuracy.


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Related Questions:

  1. How does positional value impact the interpretation of a number?
  2. What happens if you replace digits in a different order?
  3. Can this method be extended to numbers with more or fewer digits?
  4. What is the effect of swapping digits instead of replacing them?
  5. How can this reasoning method be applied to solve problems with negative numbers?

Tip:

Always consider the positional value when modifying digits in a number; it simplifies understanding the total effect.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Place Value
Number Modification
Positional Value Analysis

Formulas

Positional Value Formula: Value of digit = digit × place value

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7