Real-life problems that require choosing between addition and subtraction. Expected-level practice for this year group. This Year 3 worksheet has 8 questions and comes with a full answer sheet showing the working for every question.
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Year 3 students (typically ages 7–8) working on problem solving & word problems. It is pitched at level 2 · standard; an easier version is linked above.
Yes. The PDF includes a full answer sheet with the working for every question. You can also view the answers online.
About 20 minutes for 8 questions. Short, regular sessions work best: two or three a week beats one long one.
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Read each problem carefully. Decide whether to add or subtract, show your working and write the answer with units.
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