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2-Digit Minus 1-Digit Subtraction (No Regrouping)

Practice subtracting a single digit from a two-digit number without regrouping to build quick subtraction recall.
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Easy(Numbers 10–54)
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Medium(Numbers 10–99)
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Hard(Numbers 46–99)
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What to Do Next
Subtract from Multiples of Ten9 WS
20 - 2 = ____

Practice Questions

  1. 35 - 4 = ?
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    31

  2. 48 - 3 = ?
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    45

  3. 56 - 5 = ?
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    51

  4. 76 - 4 = ?
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    72

  5. 64 - 4 = ?
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    60

Teacher Resources
Lesson Plan

Subtracting Single Digits

Standards
2.NBT.B.5
Printable Aids
Hundreds ChartBase Ten Blocks Guide
Teaching Notes

Reinforce place value understanding before subtraction. Encourage students to subtract the ones digits first, then the tens digits. Emphasize that no regrouping is required for these problems.

Vocabulary
Tens digit: The digit in the tens place.
Ones digit: The digit in the ones place.
Common Mistakes
  • Subtracting the larger digit from the smaller digit in the ones place when the 1-digit number is larger than the ones digit of the 2-digit number (e.g., 32 - 5 incorrectly becomes 30 - 3, but this worksheet specifically avoids borrowing/regrouping scenarios).
  • Misaligning numbers when written vertically.
  • Forgetting to subtract the ones digit from the 2-digit number.
Differentiation
SupportUse base-ten blocks or a number line to visualize the subtraction. Provide a place value chart to help align numbers and subtract columns.
ChallengeChallenge students with mental math exercises. Introduce simple word problems that require 2-digit minus 1-digit subtraction. Have them explain their strategies.
Discussion Questions
  • How is subtracting a 1-digit number from a 2-digit number similar to subtracting two 1-digit numbers?
  • Why is it important to subtract the ones place first?
  • Can you think of a time when you would need to subtract this way in real life?
Extension Activities
  • Use base-ten blocks.
  • Draw the tens and ones.
  • Create your own problems.
Parent Tip

Use a hundreds chart to visualize subtracting single digits from two-digit numbers.

Learning Path
Skill Cluster

Number Operations and Place Value

Grade Level

2-3

Skills Practiced
2 digit minus 1 digitNo regroupingPlace value subtraction