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Example

Title: Subtraction

Grade: 1-a Lesson: S1-L5

Explanation: The best way to understand subtraction is by looking at some examples. Take turns and read each example for easy understanding.

Examples:

Subtraction 54 - 2

Step 1a

Subtraction 54 from 2

Arrange the numbers vertically. Subtract one’s place digits 4 – 2 = 2. Write 2 in one’s column.

$1a$

Explanation: Start subtracting with the digit at one’s place i.e., 4 - 2 = 2 write 2 in one’s column.

Step 1b

Subtract ten’s place digits 5 - 0 = 5 write 5 in ten’s column.

$1b$

Explanation: Move to the ten’s place i.e., 5 - 0 = 5. Write 5 in the ten’s place.

Step 1c

Thus 54 - 2 = 52.

$1c$

Explanation: Therefore, the difference between the two given numbers is: 54 - 2 = 52.