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Add Three 3-Digit Numbers

Add three 3-digit numbers together. Example: 342 + 123 + 456 = 921
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Easy(Three numbers 100–549)
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Medium(Three numbers 100–999)
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Hard(Three numbers 500–999)
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Practice Questions

  1. 234 + 156 + 327 = ?
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    717

  2. 415 + 238 + 164 = ?
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    817

  3. 326 + 145 + 273 = ?
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    744

  4. 527 + 216 + 184 = ?
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    927

  5. 463 + 375 + 192 = ?
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    1,030

Quick Tip
Add all three numbers in each place value, starting from ones. Carry when needed.
Teacher Resources
Teaching Notes

Emphasize careful place value alignment and systematic regrouping. Encourage students to estimate sums to check reasonableness.

Vocabulary
Sum: The total when numbers are added together.
Carry over: Moving a digit to the next column when adding.
Common Mistakes
  • Incorrectly aligning digits by place value.
  • Forgetting to regroup or carrying over incorrectly.
  • Adding only two of the three numbers instead of all three.
Differentiation
SupportUse base ten blocks; add two numbers first, then the third.
ChallengeSolve multi-step word problems involving three 3-digit numbers.
Discussion Questions
  • Why is place value critical when adding multiple numbers?
  • When do you need to regroup, and how does that process work?
  • How can you check your answer for accuracy and reasonableness?
  • Can you describe a real-world scenario where adding three 3-digit numbers is useful?
Extension Activities
  • Add three distances.
  • Add three scores.
  • Add three costs.
Parent Tip

Ask your child to add the prices of three grocery items.

Learning Path
Skill Cluster

Multi-Digit Addition

Estimated Time

15 minutes

Skills Practiced
Adding three digit numbersPlace value understandingAddition with regrouping