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Subtraction Algorithms Worksheet

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Subtraction Algorithms Worksheet

Subtraction Algorithms Worksheet

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🔢 Part 1: Two-Digit Subtraction (No Regrouping)

Instructions: Solve each subtraction problem using the column method. Show your working in the boxes below.

1. 89 - 45 = _______
2. 76 - 23 = _______
3. 68 - 34 = _______
4. 97 - 52 = _______

🔄 Part 2: Two-Digit Subtraction (With Regrouping)

Instructions: These problems need regrouping (borrowing). Remember to regroup from the tens column when needed!

5. 84 - 37 = _______
6. 72 - 48 = _______
7. 91 - 56 = _______
8. 65 - 29 = _______

🎯 Part 3: Three-Digit Subtraction (No Regrouping)

Instructions: Now try three-digit numbers! Line up the hundreds, tens, and ones columns carefully.

9. 789 - 245 = _______
10. 567 - 123 = _______
11. 896 - 352 = _______

🧠 Part 4: Three-Digit Subtraction (With Regrouping)

Instructions: These are the trickiest! You might need to regroup from tens to ones, or hundreds to tens, or both!

12. 543 - 167 = _______
13. 821 - 349 = _______
14. 704 - 286 = _______
15. 600 - 247 = _______

✅ Part 5: Check Your Understanding

16. Circle the correct answer: When do you need to regroup in subtraction?

When the top digit is smaller than the bottom digit

When the top digit is larger than the bottom digit

When both digits are the same

17. Explain in your own words how to regroup when subtracting:
18. Word Problem: Sarah has 245 stickers. She gives 167 stickers to her friends. How many stickers does she have left?

Answer: Sarah has _______ stickers left.

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