Grade 2 · Year 3 · Class 2 · ages 7–8 · Subtraction
2-digit subtraction word problems: Grade 2 practice
Stories that need taking away two-digit numbers. Eight questions at a time, instant feedback and a mastery score from 0 to 100.
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The whole comes first and the part you take away second. Check by adding the answer back.
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One question at each level. Tap a question to see the answer.
Easy Neha has 28 marbles. Neha gives away 26. How many marbles does Neha have left?
Answer: 2
Medium Rohan has 34 pencils. Rohan gives away 32. How many pencils does Rohan have left?
Answer: 2
Challenge Imran has 82 pencils. Imran gives away 77. How many pencils does Imran have left?
Answer: 5
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- 2-digit subtraction (Grade 2)
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FAQ
2-digit subtraction word problems: questions
What grade is 2-digit subtraction word problems?
It is usually taught in Grade 2 (Year 3 in England, Class 2 in India, ages 7–8), though schools and countries differ. Try the grade above or below if it feels too hard or too easy.
What does a 2-digit subtraction word problems question look like?
For example: "Rohan has 34 pencils. Rohan gives away 32. How many pencils does Rohan have left?" The answer is 2. The whole comes first and the part you take away second. Check by adding the answer back.
What should I learn before and after 2-digit subtraction word problems?
Before it, try 2-digit subtraction (Grade 2). After it, move on to 3-digit subtraction (Grade 3).
How can I get better at 2-digit subtraction word problems?
The whole comes first and the part you take away second. Check by adding the answer 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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