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Peer reviewedFuson, Karen C.; Kwon, Youngshim – Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 1992
Thirty-six Korean first graders were interviewed to study their ability solving addition problems with sums of 10, single-digit sums between 10 and 18, and subtraction problems with minuends between 10 and 18. Finger methods to show sums over 10 and the regular named-10 Korean number words supported their learning of 3 efficient recomposition…
Descriptors: Addition, Concept Formation, Cultural Context, Cultural Influences


