Question

Which number is 43 less than the smallest 4 digit number

Answer 1

mathematical statement for above - 1000 - 43 =?

smallest 4-digit number = 1000

soooo
1000-43 = ?
1000-43 = 957
∴957 is the number that is 43 less than  the smallest 4 digit number.

Answer 2

Smallest 4 digit number is 1000 and 1000-43 = 957.
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