Two-Digit Subtraction Word Problems

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What is two-digit subtraction?

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Two-digit subtraction involves subtracting a number that has two digits from another two-digit number.

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How do you solve a two-digit subtraction word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the numbers involved. 3. Set up the subtraction equation. 4. Perform the subtraction. 5. Write the answer in the context of the problem.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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The first step is to read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.

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If a farmer has 81 carrots and sells 46, how do you find out how many he has left?

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You subtract 46 from 81: 81 - 46 = 35.

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What does the term 'left' mean in a subtraction problem?

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

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In the problem 'Sarah had 54 candies and gave away 27', what operation do you use?

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You use subtraction to find out how many candies Sarah has left.

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What is the answer to the problem: A library had 86 books and lent out 49?

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The answer is 37 books left: 86 - 49 = 37.

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How do you check your subtraction answer?

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You can check your answer by adding the result to the number you subtracted. If it equals the original number, your answer is correct.

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What is a common mistake in two-digit subtraction?

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A common mistake is not borrowing correctly when subtracting larger digits from smaller ones.

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If a toy store had 72 puzzles and sold 38, what is the subtraction equation?

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The equation is 72 - 38.