Mixed Addition and Subtraction Story Problems
Browse 27 free printable Mixed Addition and Subtraction Story Problems worksheets for Grade 2 Math. These Addition worksheets are designed to give students targeted practice and build confidence in math.
Worksheets are available at multiple difficulty levels — Easy, Medium, and Hard — so you can meet every student where they are. Each worksheet is an instant PDF download: print as many copies as you need for your classroom, tutoring sessions, or home practice at no cost.
Whether you're a teacher looking for addition practice problems, a homeschool parent building a Grade 2 curriculum, or a tutor helping a student catch up, these free printable worksheets are ready to use today.
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| # | Worksheet | Questions | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy | |||
| 1 | 5 questions | ||
| 2 | 5 questions | ||
| 3 | 5 questions | ||
| 4 | 10 questions | ||
| 5 | 10 questions | ||
| 6 | 5 questions | ||
| 7 | 5 questions | ||
| 8 | 10 questions | ||
| 9 | Pro | 10 questions | |
| Medium | |||
| 1 | 5 questions | ||
| 2 | 5 questions | ||
| 3 | 5 questions | ||
| 4 | 10 questions | ||
| 5 | 10 questions | ||
| 6 | 5 questions | ||
| 7 | 5 questions | ||
| 8 | 10 questions | ||
| 9 | Pro | 10 questions | |
| Hard | |||
| 1 | 5 questions | ||
| 2 | 5 questions | ||
| 3 | 5 questions | ||
| 4 | 10 questions | ||
| 5 | 10 questions | ||
| 6 | 5 questions | ||
| 7 | 5 questions | ||
| 8 | 10 questions | ||
| 9 | Pro | 10 questions | |
Practice Questions
- If you have 120 marbles, lose 45, then find 30 more, how many do you have now?
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105
- You have 150 candies, give away 60, then get 25 more. How many do you have now?
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115
- There are 200 books in a library. 75 are borrowed, then 50 more are added. How many are there now?
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175
- A store has 180 toys. 90 are sold, then 40 more are added. How many are there now?
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130
- You have 250 pencils, use 100, then buy 75 more. How many do you have now?
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225
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Teacher Resources
Standards
2.OA.A.1Printable Aids
Teaching Notes
This collection focuses on developing students' problem-solving skills with mixed addition and subtraction word problems. Encourage students to read carefully, identify key information, and determine the correct operation(s). Discuss strategies like drawing pictures or using manipulatives.
Vocabulary
Common Mistakes
- Guessing the operation instead of look for clues.
- Confusing 'how many more' (comparison subtraction) with addition.
- Forgetting to check if the answer makes sense.
Differentiation
Discussion Questions
- What clues in the problem tell you whether to add or subtract?
- Can you retell the story problem in your own words?
- Is there more than one step to solve this problem? What's the first step?
Extension Activities
- Make up story problems.
- Use manipulatives.
- Draw the steps.
Parent Tip
Create simple stories with adding and subtracting actions.
Learning Path
Skill Cluster
Problem Solving & Operations
Estimated Time
15 minutes