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Subtraction Parity Patterns
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Subtraction Parity Patterns
📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice & Quick Checks
1. If you subtract an even number from an even number, the result will be:
Even
Odd
Cannot tell
2. Predict the parity before calculating: 15 − 6 = ____ . Is the answer Even or Odd?
Even
Odd
3. Predict the parity before calculating: 28 − 7 = ____ . Is the answer Even or Odd?
Even
Odd
4. Check all that apply: When you subtract an odd number from an odd number, the result can be:
Even
Odd
Depends on the numbers
✏️ Part 2: Short Answers & Reasoning
5. Calculate and state the parity:
a) 42 − 14 = ________ . Parity: ________
6. In one sentence, explain the rule for subtracting an even number from any number (odd or even):
7. Start with 17. Subtract 2 four times. Write each result and say whether it is even or odd:
8. Word problem: A cyclist rides 50 km, then turns back and rides 3 km, then 7 km. For each subtraction show the running total and predict the parity before calculating:
🔁 Part 3: Match the Rule to the Result (Extension)
1. Even − odd
2. Odd − odd
3. Even − even
4. Odd − even
A. Even result
B. Odd result
C. Even result
D. Odd result
Tip: Draw lines to match the left items with the correct outcomes on the right.
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