Decimal Subtraction Practice

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📊 Part 1: Basic Decimal Subtraction

Remember: Line up the decimal points and subtract from right to left!

1. Solve: 5.7 - 2.3 = ___________

2. Solve: 8.65 - 4.21 = ___________

3. Solve: 12.8 - 6.45 = ___________

4. Solve: 9.2 - 3.68 = ___________

Tip: Money problems use decimal subtraction too!

5. Sarah had $15.75. She bought a book for $8.49. How much money does she have left?

Answer: $__________

6. A toy costs $12.95. If you pay with a $20.00 bill, how much change will you get?

Answer: $__________

7. Jake saved $25.60. He spent $18.75 on a game. How much money does he have now?

Answer: $__________

Think carefully: Some problems need regrouping!

8. Solve: 10.0 - 4.37 = ___________

9. What is the difference between 7.2 and 2.85?

Answer: ___________

10. A recipe calls for 3.5 cups of flour. Maria only has 1.75 cups. How much more flour does she need?

Answer: ___________ cups