Question

Which statement correctly describes the pattern for smallest numbers?

Options

• Smallest n-digit number + 1 = Largest (n-1)-digit number

• Smallest n-digit number - 1 = Largest (n-1)-digit number

• Smallest n-digit number × 10 = Largest (n-1)-digit number

• Smallest n-digit number ÷ 10 = Largest (n-1)-digit number

Answer 1

Smallest n-digit number - 1 = Largest (n-1)-digit number

Explanation:

Subtracting 1 from the smallest number of n digits gives the largest number of (n-1) digits. For example, 100 - 1 = 99.