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Four-Digit Subtraction Regrouping

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Four-Digit Subtraction Regrouping

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🎯 WALT (We Are Learning To)

Subtract four-digit numbers with regrouping (borrowing) using place value understanding.

📋 Success Criteria

✓ I can explain the place value of digits in a four-digit number
✓ I can subtract four-digit numbers using regrouping accurately
✓ I can check my subtraction using estimation

🔄 Understanding Regrouping

Remember: When we can't subtract a larger digit from a smaller one, we "borrow" from the next place value!

• 1 thousand = 10 hundreds
• 1 hundred = 10 tens
• 1 ten = 10 ones

📊 Part 1: Estimate First, Then Subtract

Round to the nearest hundred to estimate, then solve using regrouping.

1. 5,432 - 1,678 = _______

Estimate: _______ - _______ = _______

2. 7,205 - 2,847 = _______

Estimate: _______ - _______ = _______

3. 9,003 - 4,567 = _______

Estimate: _______ - _______ = _______

4. 6,814 - 3,926 = _______

Estimate: _______ - _______ = _______

🌟 Part 2: Real-Life Word Problems

5. The local library had 8,432 books. They donated 2,675 books to other schools. How many books do they have left?

Calculation: ________________

Answer: The library has _______ books left.

6. A school fundraiser aimed to raise $9,500. So far, they have raised $3,847. How much more money do they need to reach their goal?

Calculation: ________________

Answer: They need $_______ more.

7. The distance from Sydney to Melbourne is 8,780 kilometres. If you've already travelled 3,456 kilometres, how many kilometres are left?

Calculation: ________________

Answer: _______ kilometres are left.

🚀 Challenge for Advanced Learners

8. Create your own subtraction word problem using four-digit numbers that requires regrouping. Write the problem and solve it below:
9. Explain to a friend: Why do we need to regroup when subtracting? Use an example.

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