Double and Triple Digit Subtraction- Mixed

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the process of taking one number away from another. It shows how many are left after some have been taken away.

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What is the difference in subtraction?

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The difference is the result of subtracting one number from another.

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If you have 24 pencils and give away 11, how do you find out how many you have left?

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You subtract 11 from 24: 24 - 11 = 13.

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What is the first step in solving a subtraction problem?

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Identify the numbers you need to subtract and write them down.

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How do you check your subtraction answer?

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You can add the difference to the number you subtracted to see if you get the original number.

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What does it mean to borrow in subtraction?

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Borrowing is a method used when the top digit in a column is smaller than the bottom digit, requiring you to take from the next column.

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What is a double-digit subtraction problem?

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A double-digit subtraction problem involves subtracting numbers that have two digits, like 34 - 12.

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What is a triple-digit subtraction problem?

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A triple-digit subtraction problem involves subtracting numbers that have three digits, like 764 - 389.

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If a library has 980 books and lends out 543, how do you find out how many are left?

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You subtract 543 from 980: 980 - 543 = 437.

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What is the term for the number being subtracted from?

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The term is called the 'minuend'.