Let’s solve each subtraction problem one by one. We’ll count the total number of items, then take away the number being subtracted, and see how many are left.
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Problem 1: 5 - 1 = ?
We start with 5 turtles. One is crossed out (taken away).
Count the ones not crossed out: 4 left.
→ 5 - 1 =
4
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Problem 2: 5 - 3 = ?
There are 5 suns. Imagine taking away 3.
Left: 2 suns.
→ 5 - 3 =
2
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Problem 3: 6 - 4 = ?
6 red leaves. Take away 4.
Left: 2 leaves.
→ 6 - 4 =
2
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Problem 4: 7 - 3 = ?
7 blue fish. Remove 3.
Left: 4 fish.
→ 7 - 3 =
4
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Problem 5: 5 - 2 = ?
5 purple octopuses. Take away 2.
Left: 3 octopuses.
→ 5 - 2 =
3
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Problem 6: 6 - 2 = ?
6 blue birds. Remove 2.
Left: 4 birds.
→ 6 - 2 =
4
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Problem 7: 5 - 3 = ?
5 pumpkins. Take away 3.
Left: 2 pumpkins.
→ 5 - 3 =
2
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Final Answer:
4, 2, 2, 4, 3, 4, 2
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of subtraction worksheet with objects.
