Let's solve each subtraction problem using the
number line method as shown in the worksheet. The goal is to find the
difference by starting at the first number and moving left by the amount of the second number.
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🔹 Problem 1: 8 - 2 = ?
- Start at
8 on the number line.
- Move
2 steps to the left:
8 → 7 → 6
- You land on
6.
✔ Answer: 6
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🔹 Problem 2: 3 - 1 = ?
- Start at
3.
- Move
1 step to the left:
3 → 2
✔ Answer: 2
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🔹 Problem 3: 6 - 4 = ?
- Start at
6.
- Move
4 steps to the left:
6 → 5 → 4 → 3 → 2
✔ Answer: 2
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🔹 Problem 4: 10 - 5 = ?
- Start at
10.
- Move
5 steps to the left:
10 → 9 → 8 → 7 → 6 → 5
✔ Answer: 5
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🔹 Problem 5: 7 - 6 = ?
- Start at
7.
- Move
6 steps to the left:
7 → 6 → 5 → 4 → 3 → 2 → 1
✔ Answer: 1
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🔹 Problem 6: 4 - 3 = ?
- Start at
4.
- Move
3 steps to the left:
4 → 3 → 2 → 1
✔ Answer: 1
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✔ Final Answers:
1. 8 - 2 =
6
2. 3 - 1 =
2
3. 6 - 4 =
2
4. 10 - 5 =
5
5. 7 - 6 =
1
6. 4 - 3 =
1
You can fill these answers into the blank boxes on the worksheet.
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Tip: Using a number line helps visualize subtraction as "jumping backward" from the starting number. This builds strong foundational math skills!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of number line worksheet 2nd grade.
