Learn How to Subtract Decimals

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Subtracting decimals is really easy just like the last chapter on adding decimals. All that you do is arrange the decimal points so that they match each other. Then you just simply subtract. But remember that before you do any subtraction you have to bring the decimal point straight down.

Let's say we have the decimals 5.6-4.6:

 5.6
-4.6
 1.0  OR 1!
 To understand this topic better, I suggest watching the video...and trying some of these:

Sheet 1Practice Problems Subtracting Decimal Numbers