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Grade 3 Subtraction Worksheets

Master subtraction step by step, from basic concepts to advanced problem solving

Common Core: 3.NBT — Number & Operations in Base Ten

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Learning Path

Start with Lesson 1 and work your way through!

2-Digit Subtraction

Subtract 2-digit numbers without borrowing

Subtract ones from ones and tens from tensLine up digits by place value+1 more

2-Digit Subtraction with Borrowing

Learn to borrow when subtracting

Understand when to borrow (regroup)Borrow from tens to ones+1 more

3-Digit Subtraction

Subtract 3-digit numbers without borrowing

Subtract hundreds, tens, and onesLine up numbers correctly+1 more

3-Digit Subtraction with Borrowing

Borrow across multiple columns

Borrow from tens to onesBorrow from hundreds to tens+1 more

Borrowing Across Zeros

Handle borrowing when there are zeros

Borrow when tens digit is 0Chain borrowing across zeros+1 more

4-Digit Subtraction

Subtract larger numbers with thousands

Subtract 4-digit numbersWork with the thousands place+1 more

How to solve Grade 3 subtraction problems

Real problems from these worksheets, solved one step at a time — the same explanations your child sees when practicing online.

Example 1
44 − 31 = ?
1. Subtract each place value, starting from the ones.
2. Ones: 4 − 1 = 3
3. Tens: 4 − 3 = 1
4. The answer is 13.
Answer: 13
Example 2
346 − 161 = ?
1. Line up the numbers by place value and subtract each column from right to left.
2. Ones: 6 − 1 = 5.
3. Tens: 4 is less than 6, so borrow 1 from the hundreds: 14 − 6 = 8.
4. Hundreds: 3 lent 1, so it is now 2. 2 − 1 = 1.
5. 346 − 161 = 185
Answer: 185
Example 3
9065 − 233 = ?
1. Line up the numbers by place value and subtract each column from right to left.
2. Ones: 5 − 3 = 2.
3. Tens: 6 − 3 = 3.
4. Hundreds: 0 is less than 2, so borrow 1 from the thousands: 10 − 2 = 8.
5. Thousands: 9 lent 1, so it is now 8. 8 − 0 = 8.
6. 9065 − 233 = 8832
Answer: 8832

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these Grade 3 Subtraction worksheets free?: All printable Subtraction worksheets on MyMathKid are free to download and print. Answer keys are a premium feature available with a subscription.
How many Subtraction worksheets are available for Grade 3?: There are 6 progressive Subtraction lessons with worksheets for Grade 3, covering skills from foundational concepts to advanced problem solving.
Are these Subtraction worksheets aligned to Common Core?: Yes — Grade 3 Subtraction aligns with Common Core 3.NBT (Number & Operations in Base Ten).
What will my child practice with these Subtraction worksheets?: Your child will practice: 2-Digit Subtraction, 2-Digit Subtraction with Borrowing, 3-Digit Subtraction, 3-Digit Subtraction with Borrowing, and more.