IN MATH: 1. n. one of a set of symbols used in writing numerals or numbers. EX. The number 521 is a 3-digit number.

IN ENGLISH: 1. n. a finger. 2. n. a finger or toe. EX. Humans have 5 digits on each hand.

APPLICATION: See list 10.

1. A 2-digit number is 18 smaller than the number having the same digits but in reverse order. Find the smaller number.

2. In the number 532,719,468.23, what digit is in the ten thousands place?

3. A number written in expanded form is . What digit is in the hundreds place when the number is written in numerals or standard form?

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