Use Compensation to Subtract Within 100

Learn how to easily subtract multi-digit numbers with this second-grade worksheet! First, students are given a step-by-step guide on how to solve a subtraction equation using compensation. Learners will then solve six subtraction problems, following the same strategy to create a comparable equation and find the difference.

Compensation is a great way to make larger math problems easier to solve. Instead of having to regroup numbers, students can use rounding and multiples of 10 to complete equations. This also makes compensation a helpful strategy for doing mental math, which can help young mathematicians gain confidence.

For more practice with compensation, try Add Using Compensation: Number Line Models #1.