3 Digit Subtraction Word Problems

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What is 3-digit subtraction?

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3-digit subtraction is the process of subtracting numbers that have three digits, such as 650 - 235.

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How do you find out how many more one number is than another?

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To find out how many more one number is than another, subtract the smaller number from the larger number.

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If Mr. Allen has 650 marbles and Miss Kaminski has 235 marbles, how many more marbles does Mr. Allen have?

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415 marbles.

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a mathematical question presented in the form of a story or scenario.

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How do you solve a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully, identify the numbers involved, determine what is being asked, and perform the necessary calculations.

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What is the first step in solving a subtraction word problem?

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Identify the two numbers that need to be subtracted.

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If a league gave away 309 pennants and 67 were given to adults, how do you find out how many kids got pennants?

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Subtract 67 from 309 to find out how many kids got pennants.

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What is the answer to 309 - 67?

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242.

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How do you compare two amounts in a word problem?

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You can compare two amounts by subtracting one from the other.

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If James practiced for 942 minutes on Monday and 704 minutes on Tuesday, how do you find out how many more minutes he practiced on Monday?

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Subtract 704 from 942.