Picture Numbers - Subtracting - Picture and Instruction to Equation (Level 1)

This math topic focuses on developing subtraction skills by having students formulate and choose the appropriate subtraction sentence based on visual prompts and specific instructions. The practice involves analyzing images of varying numbers of shapes and then selecting the correct equation that reflects the subtraction of one or more shapes as directed. It hones the ability to translate visual information into numerical expressions, reinforcing the concept of subtraction within the broader unit of addition and subtraction involving picture numbers. Each question presents multiple answer choices, encouraging critical thinking and precision in mathematical operations.

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Picture Numbers - Subtracting - Picture and Instruction to Equation Worksheet

Math worksheet on 'Picture Numbers - Subtracting - Picture and Instruction to Equation (Level 1)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Picture Numbers - Addition and Subtraction' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/picture_numbers_addition_subtraction_practice/

1

Choose the subtraction sentence for when you remove 1 white square.

a

2 - 1

b

2 - 0

c

2 - 3

d

2 - 2

e

6 - 1

f

4 - 1

2

Choose the subtraction sentence for when you remove 1 blue circle.

a

4 - 1

b

5 - 4

c

8 - 1

d

6 - 1

e

5 - 1

f

3 - 1

3

Choose the subtraction sentence for when you remove 1 blue circle.

a

3 - 3

b

3 - 3

c

3 - 3

d

6 - 1

e

7 - 1

f

3 - 1

4

Choose the subtraction sentence for when you remove 1 blue circle.

a

2 - 1

b

2 - 4

c

2 - 2

d

1 - 1

e

1 - 1

f

1 - 1

5

Choose the subtraction sentence for when you remove 1 white square.

a

5 - 1

b

4 - 1

c

2 - 1

d

2 - 4

e

2 - 4

f

1 - 1

6

Choose the subtraction sentence for when you remove 2 blue circles.

a

3 - 3

b

1 - 2

c

3 - 3

d

2 - 2

e

6 - 2

f

3 - 2

7

Choose the subtraction sentence for when you remove 1 white square.

a

3 - 1

b

4 - 2

c

0 - 1

d

1 - 1

e

4 - 1

f

2 - 1