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2 Adding and subtracting decimals
DECIMAL SUBTRACTION IN COLUMNS
TASK 1 Set out subtractions
Set out these calculations in columns and complete them using any correct method. The first
one has been set out for you. It is helpful to estimate your answers before calculating.
1 1.2 – 0.045 2 16.3 – 8.024 3 12.45 – 7.6
1.200
– 0.045
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4 13.07 – 8.931 5 5 – 0.049
TASK 2 Subtraction puzzles
1 Use your number skills to find the missing digits.
a b c d e
f g h i j
2 Create a puzzle of your own then give it to a friend to solve. Make sure you write the
solution out first so you can check your friend’s working.
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