Subtracting Four-Digit Numbers

4th GradeMath25 min

Learning Objective

I can subtract four-digit numbers with regrouping.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

9 min

Multi-Digit Subtraction | Using the Standard Algorithm

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Guided Notes

5 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • The standard subtraction algorithm involves lining up two numbers with each place value aligned and subtracting, starting in the ones place.

  • It is important to put the larger number on top in subtraction to avoid negative numbers and to make borrowing easier.

  • To check your answer in subtraction, add the difference to the subtrahend; it should equal the minuend.

Practice

10 min

3 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Solve the following subtraction problem. You will need to borrow. Show your work: 6,352 - 4,161 = ?

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