Tips for Subtracting Large Values - There is more than one way to count anything. The world of mathematics teaches us that there are different ways to resolve different problems. Thus, one of those profound counting methods is the subtraction principle. The subtraction principle states that if you have a subset A from a universal set U, then according to the principle, A = U – A. Let us take a real-world example, and you want to find the number of action figures you have from your set of 50 toys. Now, you know that you do not like other toys, so you decided to count them instead. You learned that you have around 13 toys that are not action figures. Now, you can just subtract these toys from your total number of toys, i.e., 50 -13 = 37. There you go, you now know that you have 37 action figures with you. If you have numbers that have different place values, then you start subtracting from your right, always!

These worksheets are for the students who have demonstrated proficiency subtracting single, double, and triple digits from single, double, triple, and four-digit numbers. They will develop their subtraction skills by learning to subtract four and five digits from five digits. Students should already have an understanding of mathematical place value terms. Students should already have a firm understanding of and ability to use the technique of borrowing to solve subtraction problems. Your students will use these worksheets to learn how to solve increasingly complex subtraction problems. This set of worksheets contains step-by-step solutions to sample problems, many simple practice problems, a review, and a quiz. When finished with this set of worksheets, students will have demonstrated skill in subtracting four digits from five digits. These worksheets explain how subtract four and five-digit numbers from five-digit numbers. Sample problems are solved and practice problems are provided.