Kindergarten Subtraction Word Problems

Front

What is subtraction?

Back

Subtraction is taking away a number from another number.

Front

If you have 10 apples and you eat 4, how many apples do you have left?

Back

6 apples.

Front

What does 'left' mean in a subtraction problem?

Back

'Left' refers to the amount remaining after some has been taken away.

Front

What is the symbol for subtraction?

Back

The symbol for subtraction is '-'.

Front

If there are 5 birds and 2 fly away, how many birds are left?

Back

3 birds.

Front

What is a word problem?

Back

A word problem is a math problem written in words that requires solving.

Front

If you have 8 candies and give away 3, how many candies do you have now?

Back

5 candies.

Front

What does 'eaten' mean in a subtraction problem?

Back

'Eaten' means that the items are no longer there because they have been consumed.

Front

If there are 12 cookies and 5 are eaten, how many cookies are left?

Back

7 cookies.

Front

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

Back

Identify the total amount and how much is being taken away.