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Simple Addition Subtraction Practice

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Simple Addition Subtraction Practice

Estimate first, then solve each problem. Show your thinking where there is room.

Estimate and Solve

1.There are 4 kākā in one tree and 3 in another. Make a sensible guess for the total, then work out the exact total.
2.A kete has 8 kūmara. 3 are taken out. Estimate how many remain, then calculate the exact number.
3.Estimate the answer to 6 + 2, then solve it exactly.

Check the Calculations

Decide whether each calculation is correct. If it is not, write the correct answer.

4.Is 3 + 4 = 8 correct? Choose Yes or No, then write the correct total.
  • Yes
  • No
5.Is 9 − 5 = 4 correct? Choose Yes or No, then write the correct answer.
  • Yes
  • No

Addition and Subtraction Stories

6.Anahera finds 5 shells at the beach and then finds 2 more. How many shells has she found altogether? Write a number sentence and the answer.
7.Wiremu has 8 feijoas. He gives 3 to his neighbour. How many feijoas does he have left? Write a number sentence and the answer.
8.Show 7 − 4 with dots or marks. Cross out the ones taken away and write how many are left.

3 printable pages

  • Simple Addition Subtraction Practice, page 1 of 3: Estimate and Solve

    Page 1

  • Simple Addition Subtraction Practice, page 2 of 3: Check the Calculations, Addition and Subtraction Stories

    Page 2

  • Simple Addition Subtraction Practice, page 3 of 3: 8. Show 7 − 4 with dots or marks. Cross out the ones taken away and write how

    Page 3

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