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Lesson

Title: Subtraction

Grade: 2-a Lesson: S2-L2

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Lesson:

Definition: Subtraction

Subtraction is the process of taking away a number from another.

It is denoted by the minus symbol(-).

Explanation: 78 - 35 = 43

Tip: Symbol of subtraction

The symbol of subtraction is indicated by "-" (also called the minus symbol).
The subtraction symbol is used to indicate the subtraction of numbers.

Definition: Minuend

A number from which another is to be subtracted is known as a minuend.

Explanation: In this image, 54, 45, and 9 are known as minuend, subtrahend, and difference. By subtracting 45 from 54, we get the difference as 9.

Definition: Subtrahend

The number subtracted from another is known as a subtrahend.

Explanation: In this image, $64, $40, and $24 are known as minuend, subtrahend, and difference. By subtracting $40 from $64, we get the difference as $24.

Definition: Difference

After subtracting the subtrahend from the minuend, the final result is called a difference.

Explanation: In this image, $84, $56, and $28 are known as minuend, subtrahend, and difference. By subtracting $56 from $84, we get the difference as $28.