Solving Subtraction Equations
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Solving Subtraction Equations
🔍 Part 1: Finding the Unknown
Remember: The unknown (x) is always a number that is zero or positive. It cannot be negative!
x = _______
Show your work:
x = _______
Explain how you found your answer:
x = _______
Check your answer by adding:
16 + _____ = 25
x = _______
Draw or write how you solved this:
x = _______
Check: Does 14 - _____ = 8? Yes / No (circle one)
📖 Part 2: Word Problems
Equation: 20 - x = 13
Answer: Sarah gave away _______ stickers.
Explain your thinking:
Write the equation: _______ - x = _______
Answer: _______ muffins were sold.
Equation: ________________
Answer: _______ kilometres
Show your work:
🎯 Part 3: Challenge Questions
My equation: _______ - x = _______
Explain why your equation works:
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