Grade 3 · Year 4 · Class 3 · ages 8–9 · Subtraction
3-digit subtraction word problems: Grade 3 practice
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The idea in one minute
Write the larger number on top. Borrow when a top digit is smaller, then check by adding back.
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One question at each level. Tap a question to see the answer.
Easy A box holds 261 laddoos. 25 are red. How many laddoos are not red?
Answer: 236
Medium Rohan has 475 stickers. Rohan gives away 272. How many stickers does Rohan have left?
Answer: 203
Challenge A box holds 859 books. 310 are red. How many books are not red?
Answer: 549
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- 3-digit subtraction (Grade 3)
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3-digit subtraction word problems: questions
What grade is 3-digit subtraction word problems?
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 3-digit subtraction word problems question look like?
For example: "Rohan has 475 stickers. Rohan gives away 272. How many stickers does Rohan have left?" The answer is 203. Write the larger number on top. Borrow when a top digit is smaller, then check by adding back.
What should I learn before and after 3-digit subtraction word problems?
Before it, try change from a purchase (rupees) (Grade 3). After it, move on to times tables 2, 3, 4 and 5 (Grade 3).
How can I get better at 3-digit subtraction word problems?
Write the larger number on top. Borrow when a top digit is smaller, then check by adding back. 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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