KS2 Primary Maths Age 13-17 - Calculations: Subtracting Whole Numbers - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to subtract 60 from 345. It begins by aligning the numbers correctly, ensuring units and tens are in place. The subtraction process is demonstrated step-by-step, including borrowing from the hundreds place. The final result of the subtraction is calculated as 285, with a brief mention of the question's mark allocation.

What is the first step in setting up the subtraction problem?

• Add the numbers together

• Subtract the smaller number from the larger one

• Align the numbers by their units and tens

• Align the numbers by their hundreds place

What do you do when you cannot subtract a larger digit from a smaller one?

• Skip the subtraction

• Borrow from the next higher place value

• Subtract the smaller digit from the larger one

• Add 10 to the smaller digit

In the subtraction process, what is the result of 14 minus 6?

• 10

• 9

• 8

• 7

What is the final result of the subtraction 345 minus 60?

• 265

• 275

• 295

• 285

How many marks is the question worth?

• Two marks

• Four marks

• One mark

• Three marks