One stick is 14 inches long. Another stick is 9 inches long. How much longer is the first stick?

Q: What will my child learn in "Find how much longer or shorter"?

Subtract the smaller measurement from the larger one to find the difference. This 2nd Grade Math lesson builds the skill Measure length with common units with a concept card and practice.

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"Find how much longer or shorter" is a 2nd Grade Math lesson in the Measurement unit, designed for students around ages 7-8.

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Question

One stick is 14 inches long. Another stick is 9 inches long. How much longer is the first stick?

Accepted Answer

5 inches