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3-digit subtraction word problems worksheets.

Free printable 3-digit subtraction word problems worksheets with answer keys. Stories that need taking away three-digit numbers. Choose the level and the number of questions, then download a PDF or print.

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  • Year 4 · Class 3
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3-digit subtraction word problems

Grade 3 · Medium · 12 questions · Sheet 27712

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  1. 1.A box holds 519 coins. 344 are red. How many coins are not red?
  2. 2.Priya has 641 books. Priya gives away 78. How many books does Priya have left?
  3. 3.A box holds 568 balloons. 398 are red. How many balloons are not red?
  4. 4.A box holds 487 stickers. 411 are red. How many stickers are not red?
  5. 5.Rohan has 69 books. Rohan gives away 16. How many books does Rohan have left?
  6. 6.A box holds 459 stamps. 404 are red. How many stamps are not red?
  7. 7.Imran has 518 mangoes. Imran gives away 266. How many mangoes does Imran have left?
  8. 8.Arjun has 417 coins. Arjun gives away 271. How many coins does Arjun have left?
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3-digit subtraction word problems

Grade 3 · Medium · 12 questions · Sheet 27712

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  1. 9.A box holds 251 mangoes. 6 are red. How many mangoes are not red?
  2. 10.A box holds 232 marbles. 110 are red. How many marbles are not red?
  3. 11.Arjun has 686 laddoos. Arjun gives away 554. How many laddoos does Arjun have left?
  4. 12.Arjun has 363 balloons. Arjun gives away 230. How many balloons does Arjun have left?
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About 3-digit subtraction word problems worksheets

Stories that need taking away three-digit numbers. This worksheet maker is aimed at Grade 3 (Year 4, Class 3) (ages 8–9) and makes new questions every time, with the answers worked out by a maths engine.

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Write the larger number on top. Borrow when a top digit is smaller, then check by adding back.

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  • Easy: A box holds 222 cards. 123 are red. How many cards are not red? ___
  • Medium: A box holds 216 stamps. 208 are red. How many stamps are not red? ___
  • Challenge: Ravi has 77 books. Ravi gives away 10. How many books does Ravi have left? ___

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What grade are 3-digit subtraction word problems worksheets for?

3-digit subtraction word problems is usually taught around Grade 3 (Year 4, Class 3), for ages 8–9. Every grade has an easy, medium and challenge level, so you can go back to an earlier level or push ahead.

Do these 3-digit subtraction word problems worksheets include an answer key?

Yes. Press Download PDF with the answer key switched on and the last page lists every answer. Turn the key off for a clean student copy.

Can I make a new worksheet with different questions?

Yes. Press New worksheet for a fresh set of questions. Each sheet has a sheet number printed on it; open this page with the same level, question count and number to get exactly the same sheet again.

How do I help a child who finds 3-digit subtraction word problems hard?

Write the larger number on top. Borrow when a top digit is smaller, then check by adding back. Start with the easy level, and practise a few minutes every day rather than one long session.

How do I explain borrowing in subtraction?

When the top digit is smaller than the bottom digit, take one from the next column to the left and add ten to the digit you are working on. Using base-ten blocks helps children see why this works.

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