Addition and Subtraction: Find the Missing Number (2)

In this worksheet, students solve missing number problems using subtraction (0-20).

Key stage: KS 1

Curriculum topic: Number: Addition and Subtraction

Curriculum subtopic: Solve Add/Subtract Problems to 20

Difficulty level:

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Worksheet Overview

In subtraction, you take something away. (It is the opposite of addition. In addtion, you add something on.)

Example

Look at this problem. A number is missing.

You need to find its value.

Answer

You can use subtraction. Here's how.

17 - 6 = 11

So the missing number is = 11

Check your answer:

6 + 11 = 17

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