Subtract Using Compensation: From a Multiple of Ten

Learn a new strategy for solving subtraction in this helpful math worksheet! Learners will first be shown to use the compensation strategy by adding the same number to both the subtrahend and the minuend and subtract a multiple of 10. Then, learners will solve 10 two-digit subtraction problems on their own. 

This second-grade worksheet is a great resource for introducing students to subtraction with compensation. Students can use this method rather than regrouping, making tricky problems easier. As they solve these problems, students can also work on their subtraction fact fluency and their mental math skills. 

For more practice, try Subtract Using Compensation: Make a New Equation and Subtract Using Compensation: Number Line Models.