Mathematics · Class 3
Rupees and Paise
Learn Rupees and Paise with notes, examples, and practice questions.
3 sections15–25 min read3 MCQs · 1 examples
Chapter Overview
100 paise make 1 rupee; write rupees with the symbol ₹.
Rupees and Paise teaches Indian money notation, coin and note values, equivalent amounts, and simple buying situations. Children calculate totals and change while distinguishing rupees from paise.
Making Money Amounts
- Different coins and notes can make the same total.
- Count larger values first, then smaller values.
- ₹12 and 50 paise can be written as ₹12.50.
Buying and Finding Change
- Add item prices to find the bill.
- Change equals amount paid minus cost.
- Check that the money paid is at least as much as the cost.
Solved Examples
Step-by-step solutions — read each step before checking the final answer.
Calculate Change
A notebook costs ₹37. Rina pays ₹50. How much change should she receive?
- 1The amount paid is ₹50.
- 2Subtract the cost: 50 − 37.
- 3The difference is 13.
Answer
₹13
Key Points to Remember
- ✓ 100 paise equal ₹1
- ✓ Several coin combinations can have equal value
- ✓ Subtract cost from payment to find change
Exam Tips
- • Keep rupees and paise in separate columns
- • Write the ₹ symbol and two paise digits when using decimal notation
Practice MCQs — Rupees and Paise
Test your understanding with topic-wise multiple choice questions. Explanations appear after each answer.
Question 1 of 3Score: 0/0
How many paise make ₹1?