(2) Reverse the digits of (1) to create a smaller number.

(3) Subtract the number in (2) from (1) (Add a leading zero if this number is not 3 digits)

(4) Reverse the digits of (3)

(5) Add the numbers from steps (3) and (4)

What is the result, and why?

Reconsider.

Try any number and then generalize.