Subtraction Word Problems - Comparison
Browse 6 Subtraction Word Problems - Comparison worksheets for Grade 4 Math. These Subtraction worksheets are designed to give students targeted practice and build confidence in math.
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Practice Questions
- Mountain A is 842 feet tall. Mountain B is 567 feet tall. How much taller is Mountain A?
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275 feet
- Alex has 236 baseball cards. Ben has 189 baseball cards. How many more cards does Alex have?
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47 cards
- A blue whale weighs 425 pounds. A dolphin weighs 178 pounds. How much more does the whale weigh?
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247 pounds
- The movie theater sold 754 tickets on Saturday and 598 tickets on Sunday. How many more tickets were sold on Saturday?
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156 tickets
- City A has a population of 6,428. City B has a population of 4,765. How many more people live in City A?
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1,663 people
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Teacher Resources
Lesson Plan
Understanding Subtraction Stories
Standards
1.OA.A.1Printable Aids
Teaching Notes
Guide students to identify 'how many more/less' keywords. Encourage drawing models or using number lines to visualize the difference.
Vocabulary
Common Mistakes
- Confusing operation (adding instead of subtracting).
- Not correctly identifying the two quantities to compare.
- Errors in basic subtraction facts.
Differentiation
Discussion Questions
- What words tell you to compare two amounts?
- How can drawing a picture help solve these problems?
- When do we use comparison subtraction in daily life?
- Can you explain the difference between 'more' and 'less' in these problems?
Extension Activities
- Compare heights of family members.
- Compare lengths of toys.
- Compare scores in a game.
Parent Tip
Ask your child to compare the number of objects you both have.
Learning Path
Skill Cluster
Word Problems & Operations
Grade Level
1-3