Word Problems Subtraction Grade 1 — Set 3

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  1. There were 6 cupcakes on the table. 3 were eaten. How many cupcakes are left?
  2. There were 10 pencils in the box. The teacher handed out 9. How many pencils are left in the box?
  3. There were 2 fish in the pond. 1 fish swam away. How many fish are left?
  4. Lily had 4 balloons. 2 balloons popped. How many balloons does she have now?
  5. There were 6 pencils in the box. The teacher handed out 3. How many pencils are left in the box?
  6. A library had 4 books. 3 books were checked out. How many books are still in the library?
  7. There were 10 fish in the pond. 4 fish swam away. How many fish are left?
  8. There were 10 pencils in the box. The teacher handed out 1. How many pencils are left in the box?
  9. There were 8 fish in the pond. 7 fish swam away. How many fish are left?
  10. A bus had 8 passengers. 1 passengers got off at the next stop. How many passengers are still on the bus?
  11. There were 6 cupcakes on the table. 2 were eaten. How many cupcakes are left?
  12. A bus had 10 passengers. 4 passengers got off at the next stop. How many passengers are still on the bus?
  13. There were 6 pencils in the box. The teacher handed out 4. How many pencils are left in the box?
  14. There were 2 pencils in the box. The teacher handed out 1. How many pencils are left in the box?
  15. A garden had 2 flowers. 1 flowers wilted. How many flowers are still blooming?
  16. A library had 7 books. 6 books were checked out. How many books are still in the library?
  17. Lily had 6 balloons. 5 balloons popped. How many balloons does she have now?
  18. Sam had 4 stickers. He gave 1 to his friend. How many stickers does Sam have now?
  19. A bus had 4 passengers. 3 passengers got off at the next stop. How many passengers are still on the bus?
  20. A garden had 9 flowers. 5 flowers wilted. How many flowers are still blooming?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What math skills are covered in these Word Problems Worksheets?

These worksheets cover word problems worksheets skills aligned with Common Core standards for K-3 students. Each set builds procedural fluency and conceptual understanding through varied problem formats.

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What grade level are these word problems worksheets for?

These worksheets are designed for Kindergarten through Grade 3 students. Topics match Common Core expectations for each grade level.

Is there an answer key?

Yes — every worksheet includes a complete answer key. Print it separately or view it on screen to check student work quickly.

Can I use these for homeschool?

Absolutely. These worksheets are widely used by homeschool families for structured math practice. The set-number system lets you assign specific worksheets and track progress.

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