Multi-digit subtraction

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What is multi-digit subtraction?

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Multi-digit subtraction is the process of subtracting numbers that have more than one digit, often requiring borrowing from higher place values.

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What does it mean to borrow in subtraction?

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Borrowing in subtraction is when you take 1 from the next higher place value to help subtract a larger digit from a smaller digit.

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Calculate: 998 - 757

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241

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Patty has 817 marbles. She gave away 529 marbles. How many marbles does she have left?

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288

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Calculate: 9,123 - 7,654

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1469

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What is the first step in multi-digit subtraction?

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The first step is to line up the numbers by their place values (ones, tens, hundreds, etc.).

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Calculate: 32,600 - 15,423

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17177

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What is the difference between minuend and subtrahend?

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The minuend is the number from which another number (the subtrahend) is subtracted.

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Calculate: 4,607 - 3,219

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1388

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What is regrouping in subtraction?

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Regrouping is the process of rearranging the numbers in subtraction to make it easier to subtract, often involving borrowing.