Subtraction (Year 2)
Subtract numbers with regrouping using column methods and number lines.
The questions below are generated to match the National Curriculum for Year 2 and get harder as you progress from Rookie to Guru.
Worked examples
RookieRead and interpret directly.
What is 40 + 30?
- 70
- 60
- 80
- 73
Answer: 70. Add tens to tens.
ProCompare and infer.
Two ways to add 19 + 6. Which is more efficient?
- 19 + 1 = 20, then + 5 = 25 (bridge through 20).
- Count on from 19: 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25.
- Subtract 1.
- Double 19.
Answer: 19 + 1 = 20, then + 5 = 25 (bridge through 20).. Bridging is faster than counting on.
GuruMulti-step reasoning.
Sam has 23p. Mum gives him 14p more. He spends 8p. How much left?
- 29p
- 37p
- 31p
- 45p
Answer: 29p. Two steps: add then subtract.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is subtraction?
- Subtract numbers with regrouping using column methods and number lines.
- How can my child practise subtraction at home?
- Work through the examples below, then start a free adaptive session. Northstar adjusts the difficulty automatically and tracks mastery over time.
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