Doubles & near doubles FAQs

Answers about Doubles & near doubles flashcards, including when to use the shortcut and what to practice next.

How do Doubles & near doubles mental math flashcards work?

Each card shows a addition problem that fits Doubles & near doubles. If you get stuck, hints walk the same steps as the lesson: Find the double you already know. If it’s a near double, add or take 1. That’s the total.

Should I learn Doubles & near doubles before these flashcards?

Yes. Start with the Doubles & near doubles lesson at https://www.besparq.com/learn/mental-math/doubles-and-near-doubles/learn so the shortcut is clear. Then use this deck to retrieve the answer without looking at the steps.

How many Doubles & near doubles flashcards are in a deck?

A standard Besparq Doubles & near doubles deck is 20 cards. Finish the deck, then try the 50-in-5 speed sheet if the answers feel automatic.

Do the Doubles & near doubles cards give the answer away?

No. The answer stays hidden until you check. Hints show the strategy steps, not the final number, so you still have to add the parts yourself.

What should I do after Doubles & near doubles flashcards?

Race the Doubles & near doubles speed sheet at https://www.besparq.com/learn/mental-math/doubles-and-near-doubles/sheet, or return to all strategies at https://www.besparq.com/learn/mental-math.

What is a near double in mental math?

A near double is two addends that are one apart, such as 7 + 8. Kids use the double they know (7 + 7 = 14) and add or take 1 to get 15. That is the doubles-and-near-doubles lesson on this page.