Subtracting Four-Digit Numbers
Grade 4th Grade · Math · 25 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can subtract four-digit numbers with regrouping.
Warm-Up Video
Doodles and Digits | Educational Math Videos · 8:37
Multi-Digit Subtraction | Using the Standard Algorithm
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
The standard subtraction algorithm involves lining up two numbers with each place value aligned and subtracting, starting in the ones place.
- 2
It is important to put the larger number on top in subtraction to avoid negative numbers and to make borrowing easier.
- 3
To check your answer in subtraction, add the difference to the subtrahend; it should equal the minuend.
Practice Questions
3 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Solve the following subtraction problem. You will need to borrow. Show your work: 6,352 - 4,161 = ?”
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