Subtraction Algorithm Quiz: Solve and Verify: Mastering the Subtraction Algorithm

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1) 906 − 589 = ?

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Regroup from hundreds and tens: 906 − 589 = 317.

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Subtraction Algorithm Quiz: Solve and Verify: Mastering The Subtraction Algorithm - Quiz

What’s the most reliable way to perform multi-digit subtraction? In this quiz, you’ll master the standard subtraction algorithm by breaking each problem into structured, logical steps. You’ll practice aligning digits, applying borrowing when needed, and verifying results using addition. Each problem reinforces careful place-value reasoning and consistent technique, helping you... see morebuild accuracy and confidence with larger numbers. By the end, the subtraction algorithm will feel organized, predictable, and easy to apply.
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2) 800 − 467 = ?

Explanation

Subtract with borrowing from hundreds and tens: 800 − 467 = 333.

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3) 714 − 288 = ?

Explanation

Regroup tens: 714 − 288 = 426.

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4) The school cafeteria prepared 625 lunches; 389 were eaten. How many lunches are left?

Explanation

Leftover lunches equal 625 − 389 = 236.

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5) 650 − 279 = ?

Explanation

Borrow from tens and hundreds: 650 − 279 = 371.

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6) 764 − 328 = ?

Explanation

Compute directly with regrouping: 764 − 328 = 436.

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7) Fill in the blank: 940 − 582 = ___

Explanation

Subtract hundreds, tens, and ones with borrowing: result is 358.

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8) Fill in the blank: 675 − 289 = ___

Explanation

Subtract with regrouping to get 386.

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9) True or False: 630 − 275 equals 463.

Explanation

Compute: 630 − 275 = 355, not 463, so the statement is false.

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10) 853 − 476 = ?

Explanation

Regroup 1 ten where needed and subtract each place: 853 − 476 = 377.

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11) 840 − 497 = ?

Explanation

Regroup tens and hundreds: 840 − 497 = 343.

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12) A theater had 800 tickets and sold 476. How many tickets are left?

Explanation

Tickets left equal 800 − 476 = 324.

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13) 615 − 278 = ?

Explanation

Borrow from tens and hundreds as needed: 615 − 278 = 337.

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14) 721 − 359 = ?

Explanation

Regroup across tens and hundreds: 721 − 359 = 362.

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15) A farmer picked 740 apples and sold 395. How many apples remain?

Explanation

Remaining apples equal 740 − 395 = 345.

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16) 1000 − 468 = ?

Explanation

Regroup from thousands to hundreds and tens: 1000 − 468 = 532.

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17) A library had 785 books and donated 468. How many books are left?

Explanation

Compute 785 − 468 to find books left: 317.

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18) 932 − 587 = ?

Explanation

Subtract ones, tens, and hundreds with regrouping: 932 − 587 = 345.

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19) 700 − 265 = ?

Explanation

Borrow from the hundreds to subtract tens: 700 − 265 = 435.

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20) True or False: 705 − 289 equals 416.

Explanation

Calculate: 705 − 289 = 416, so the statement is true.

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906 − 589 = ?
800 − 467 = ?
714 − 288 = ?
The school cafeteria prepared 625 lunches; 389 were eaten. How many...
650 − 279 = ?
764 − 328 = ?
Fill in the blank: 940 − 582 = ___
Fill in the blank: 675 − 289 = ___
True or False: 630 − 275 equals 463.
853 − 476 = ?
840 − 497 = ?
A theater had 800 tickets and sold 476. How many tickets are left?
615 − 278 = ?
721 − 359 = ?
A farmer picked 740 apples and sold 395. How many apples remain?
1000 − 468 = ?
A library had 785 books and donated 468. How many books are left?
932 − 587 = ?
700 − 265 = ?
True or False: 705 − 289 equals 416.
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