Subtraction Word Problems - Worksheet 5 - 2nd Grade

Medium

Practice subtraction word problems with printable questions and separate worked answer keys.

medium: Practice the same exercise types with a fresh numbered set.

12 problems · 15-20 minutes · Skills: subtraction, problem solving, reading comprehension

About This Worksheet

This medium-level worksheet contains 12 problems designed for 2nd Grade students practicing subtraction word problems. Medium worksheets introduce larger numbers and varied question formats to deepen understanding and build fluency.

Read place values and recall basic addition, subtraction and multiplication facts.

  • Practice subtraction word problems with printable questions and separate worked answer keys.
  • Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.

How to Solve: Worked Example

Example Problem: A library has 76 books. Students borrow 46. How many remain?
Solution Steps:
  1. Align ones, tens and hundreds; work from right to left.
  2. 76 − 46 = 30.
Answer: 30
Tip: Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.
1
A library has 75 books. Students borrow 31. How many remain?
2
A library has 86 books. Students borrow 31. How many remain?
3
A library has 74 books. Students borrow 42. How many remain?
4
A library has 54 books. Students borrow 29. How many remain?
5
A library has 88 books. Students borrow 14. How many remain?
6
A library has 24 books. Students borrow 15. How many remain?
7
A library has 67 books. Students borrow 54. How many remain?
8
A library has 86 books. Students borrow 23. How many remain?
9
A library has 52 books. Students borrow 44. How many remain?
10
A library has 88 books. Students borrow 17. How many remain?
11
A library has 98 books. Students borrow 42. How many remain?
12
A library has 77 books. Students borrow 64. How many remain?

Answer Key

1. 442. 553. 324. 255. 746. 97. 138. 639. 810. 7111. 5612. 13

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This worksheet focuses on subtraction, problem solving, reading comprehension. It is designed for 2nd Grade students and provides structured practice through varied problem types with a worked example to guide students before they begin.

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This worksheet contains 12 problems. It typically takes 15-20 minutes to complete. An answer key with all solutions is included so parents and teachers can check work quickly.