Let's solve each subtraction problem step by step based on the image you provided.
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1. Trains
Problem: 1 train drove away. Cross out 1. Write how many were left.
- There are
5 trains shown.
- We need to
cross out 1 train.
- So, we subtract:
$ 5 - 1 = 4 $
✔ Answer: 4
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2. Horses
Problem: 2 horses were bought. Cross out 2. How many were left at the store?
- There are
5 horses shown.
- We need to
cross out 2 horses.
- So, we subtract:
$ 5 - 2 = 3 $
✔ Answer: 3
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3. Ducks
Problem: 4 ducks swam away. Cross out 4. Write how many are left.
- There are
5 ducks shown.
- We need to
cross out 4 ducks.
- So, we subtract:
$ 5 - 4 = 1 $
✔ Answer: 1
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4. Apples in the Tree
Problem: There are 7 apples in the tree. Draw them. A bird ate 1 of them, so cross it out. How many apples are left?
- First, draw
7 apples on the tree (you can imagine or sketch 7 small circles on the cloud-shaped tree).
- Then,
cross out 1 apple because the bird ate it.
- Subtract:
$ 7 - 1 = 6 $
✔ Answer: 6
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✔ Final Answers:
1. Trains:
4
2. Horses:
3
3. Ducks:
1
4. Apples:
6
You would write these numbers in the boxes next to each question.
Let me know if you'd like a visual guide or printable version!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of subtraction worksheet take away 1.
