Let’s solve each subtraction problem step by step, based on the image provided.
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Problem 1: Apples on Trees
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How many fewer apples are on the left tree than on the right tree?
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Write the subtraction sentence.
- Count the apples on the
left tree: There are
5 apples.
- Count the apples on the
right tree: There are
7 apples.
- To find how many *fewer* are on the left, subtract:
7 – 5 = 2
✔ Answer:
2 fewer apples
Subtraction sentence: 7 – 5 = 2
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Problem 2: Dimes (Coins)
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How many more dimes does Tasha have than Jane?
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What is the subtraction sentence?
- Look at the coins under
Tasha (girl with pigtails): She has
6 dimes.
- Look at the coins under
Jane (boy with short hair): He has
4 dimes.
- To find how many *more* Tasha has, subtract:
6 – 4 = 2
✔ Answer:
Tasha has 2 more dimes than Jane
Subtraction sentence: 6 – 4 = 2
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Problem 3: Bricks in Stacks
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How many fewer bricks are in the left stack than in the right stack?
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What is the subtraction sentence?
- Count the bricks in the
left stack: It has
5 bricks.
- Count the bricks in the
right stack: It has
8 bricks.
- To find how many *fewer* are in the left stack, subtract:
8 – 5 = 3
✔ Answer:
3 fewer bricks
Subtraction sentence: 8 – 5 = 3
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✔ Final Answers Summary:
1.
Apples:
- Fewer on left:
2
- Sentence:
7 – 5 = 2
2.
Dimes:
- Tasha has
2 more than Jane
- Sentence:
6 – 4 = 2
3.
Bricks:
- Fewer in left stack:
3
- Sentence:
8 – 5 = 3
These problems all involve comparing two quantities and using subtraction to find the difference — a key early math skill!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of subtraction sentences worksheet.
