How would you explain to a friend how to solve 14 - 5?

Q: What will my child learn in "Explain Addition and Subtraction Strategies"?

If you solved 6 + 7 = 13, how did you do it? Did you count on? Make a ten? Use doubles? This 1st Grade Math lesson builds the skill Explaining Strategies and Justifying Answers with a concept card and practice.

Q: What grade level is "Explain Addition and Subtraction Strategies" for?

"Explain Addition and Subtraction Strategies" is a 1st Grade Math lesson in the Year-end Synthesis: Relationships unit, designed for students around ages 6-7.

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Question

How would you explain to a friend how to solve 14 - 5?

Accepted Answer

Sample: 'I would tell my friend to start at 14 and count back 5 numbers, or to think of 5 + ? = 14.'