Question Video: Using “Less Than” When Reading Subtraction Sentences | Nagwa Question Video: Using “Less Than” When Reading Subtraction Sentences | Nagwa

Question Video: Using “Less Than” When Reading Subtraction Sentences Mathematics • 1st Grade

The same number belongs in both these boxes. 5 is _ less than 12. 12 − _ = 5. What is that number?

00:55

Video Transcript

The same number belongs in both these boxes. Five is the missing number less than 12. 12 take away the missing number equals five. What is that number?

We need to find the difference between five and 12. How many times do we need to count forward from five to reach 12? One, two, three, four, five, six, seven. The missing number is seven.

Five is seven less than 12. 12 take away seven equals five.

Join Nagwa Classes

Attend live sessions on Nagwa Classes to boost your learning with guidance and advice from an expert teacher!

  • Interactive Sessions
  • Chat & Messaging
  • Realistic Exam Questions

Nagwa uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Learn more about our Privacy Policy