KS2 Primary Maths Age 13-17 - Calculations: Subtracting Decimals - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to carefully set up and solve a subtraction problem involving decimals. It emphasizes the importance of aligning numbers correctly and using the borrowing method to perform the subtraction. The final answer is highlighted, and the importance of making the decimal point clear is stressed.

What is the first step in setting up the subtraction problem of 6 minus 5.738?

• Align the decimal points and fill in zeros.

• Ignore the decimal points.

• Add the numbers first.

• Subtract directly without aligning.

When subtracting 8 from 0, what should you do?

• Ignore the 8.

• Borrow from the next column.

• Subtract 0 from 8.

• Add 8 to 0.

Why is it important to keep the decimal points aligned during subtraction?

• To make the subtraction faster.

• To avoid using a calculator.

• To ensure the subtraction is accurate.

• To make the numbers look neat.

What is the final answer to the subtraction problem 6 minus 5.738?

• 0.162

• 1.262

• 0.262

• 0.362

What should you do to ensure the decimal point stands out in your final answer?

• Use a different color.

• Make it bold.

• Ensure it is clearly visible.

• Underline it.