Subtraction Concepts and Techniques

The video tutorial covers subtraction using the column method, starting with simple examples and progressing to more complex problems involving borrowing. The instructor guides the student through each step, emphasizing the importance of handling units first and borrowing when necessary. The tutorial concludes with a challenging problem that requires careful borrowing across multiple columns.

What is the first step in the column method for subtraction?

• Subtract the units first

• Subtract the thousands first

• Subtract the tens first

• Subtract the hundreds first

In the subtraction 85 - 32, what is the result of the units column?

• 5

• 3

• 2

• 7

What is the result of 8 - 3 in the tens column for the subtraction 85 - 32?

• 8

• 2

• 5

• 3

What is the final answer for the subtraction 85 - 32?

• 52

• 53

• 50

• 51

In the subtraction 874 - 530, what is the result of the units column?

• 2

• 3

• 1

• 4

What method can be used to subtract 7 - 3 in the tens column?

• Counting down

• Counting up

• Using a calculator

• Guessing

What is the final answer for the subtraction 874 - 530?

• 344

• 354

• 334

• 324

In the subtraction 83 - 47, why can't you subtract 7 from 3?

• Because 3 is equal to 7

• Because 3 is larger than 7

• Because 7 is smaller than 3

• Because 7 is larger than 3

What is the result of borrowing from the tens column in 83 - 47?

• The tens column becomes 8

• The tens column becomes 7

• The tens column becomes 6

• The tens column becomes 5

What is the final answer for the subtraction 83 - 47?

• 36

• 46

• 66

• 56