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Column Addition: 4-Digit (2 Addends)

Add two 4-digit numbers in column form, carrying across place values up to the thousands.
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Practice Questions

  1. 3,187 + 4,658 = ?
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    7,845

  2. 2,903 + 5,476 = ?
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    8,379

  3. 4,025 + 3,989 = ?
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    8,014

  4. 5,731 + 2,468 = ?
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    8,199

  5. 1,456 + 6,507 = ?
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    7,963

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Teaching Notes

Emphasize commas in 4-digit answers and alignment into thousands.

Common Mistakes
  • Missing comma in the answer
  • Dropping a carry into thousands
  • Misaligning digits in columns
  • Forgetting to carry over
  • Incorrect basic addition facts
  • Carrying the wrong number
Differentiation
SupportUse place value charts; provide partially completed problems.
ChallengeSolve related word problems; estimate sums before calculating.
Discussion Questions
  • Why is aligning digits important?
  • How does regrouping help us add?
  • Where might you use this skill daily?
  • What happens if you forget to carry?
Learning Path
Skill Cluster

Number & Operations in Base Ten

Estimated Time

12 minutes

Skills Practiced
Column addition 4-digit