Grade 3 · Year 4 · Class 3 · ages 8–9 · Subtraction
Change from a purchase (rupees): Grade 3 practice
Working out the change you get back when you pay with a note. Eight questions at a time, instant feedback and a mastery score from 0 to 100.
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The idea in one minute
Count up from the price to the note you paid with, or subtract the price from the note.
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One question at each level. Tap a question to see the answer.
Easy You pay ₹10 for a pen that costs ₹4. Your change in rupees is
Answer: 6
Medium You pay ₹50 for a pen that costs ₹12. Your change in rupees is
Answer: 38
Challenge You pay ₹200 for a pen that costs ₹198. Your change in rupees is
Answer: 2
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Related skills
- 3-digit subtraction (Grade 3)
- 3-digit subtraction word problems (Grade 3)
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Change from a purchase (rupees): questions
What grade is change from a purchase (rupees)?
It is usually taught in Grade 3 (Year 4 in England, Class 3 in India, ages 8–9), though schools and countries differ. Try the grade above or below if it feels too hard or too easy.
What does a change from a purchase (rupees) question look like?
For example: "You pay ₹50 for a pen that costs ₹12. Your change in rupees is" The answer is 38. Count up from the price to the note you paid with, or subtract the price from the note.
What should I learn before and after change from a purchase (rupees)?
Before it, try 3-digit subtraction (Grade 3). After it, move on to 3-digit subtraction word problems (Grade 3).
How can I get better at change from a purchase (rupees)?
Count up from the price to the note you paid with, or subtract the price from the note. Practise a little every day, read the hint after each wrong answer, and use the printable worksheet when you want to write it out.
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