Word Problems Subtraction Grade 2 — Set 10

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

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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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