Curated OER
Subtracting Negatives
The teacher shows four different examples of subtracting negative numbers by leaving the first value the same and then adding the opposite of the second value.
Khan Academy
More Examples of Addition and Subtraction of Polynomials, Algebra II
Though they " sound like a really fancy word," polynomials prove to be no match for Sal's mathematical skills. After defining the term and providing a few examples, Sal works through a few equations that add or subtract polynomials,...
Khan Academy
Adding and Subtracting Fractions
This video shows how to add, subtract, and simplify fractions using a pie graph and an infinite blackboard. Once he has established the rule, Sal throws the viewer a curve ball with a fraction subtraction problem that results in a...
Khan Academy
Adding/Subtracting Negative Numbers, Pre-Algebra
Guiding viewers through the addition and subtraction of numbers, this video includes many tips to help new learners internalize the concept of a number line. It clarifies the relationship between positive and negative numbers, including...
Khan Academy
Subtracting Mixed Numbers 2, Fractions, Pre-Algebra
To subtract mixed numbers, it may be necessary to find the least common multiple to establish a common denominator. This is just what Sal does in this presentation. First, he shows how to find a common denominator and then the process...
Corbett Maths
Subtracting Decimals
Take away any confusion on subtracting decimals. A short, instructional video shows mathematicians how to subtract decimals. Viewers see four examples, one where the minuend and subtrahend have the same number of decimal places, one...
Art of Problem Solving
Subtraction and the Distributive Property
There's got to be a better way. Scholars learn that the distributive property does work with subtraction and not just addition. Using that fact, the video shows how to find the product of two numbers by rewriting a complicated number as...
Art of Problem Solving
Subtraction Problems
Subtraction does not work with the commutative property ... or does it? Confronted with a difficult problem, the narrator realizes that by writing the subtractions as adding a negative, he can rearrange the problem. Pupils learn that as...
Art of Problem Solving
Subtraction with Negatives Part 2
Dive deeper into subtraction. The presenter shows two more ways to use the definition of subtraction to solve subtraction problems. Using the distributive and commutative properties, pupils learn how to solve problems such as subtracting...
Art of Problem Solving
Subtraction with Negatives Part 1
What is the definition of subtraction when dealing with negatives? The short video provides the definition of subtraction. Scholars observe as the presenter applies the definition to examples with negative numbers.
Math Antics
Adding and Subtracting Fractions
Why can't mathematicians add just like they multiply fractions? The resource provides a counterexample to show that the same rules for multiplying fractions do not work for addition. Using the counterexample, learners see the proper way...
MinutePhysics
How to Subtract By Adding
Investigate the claim that 999997=-3. Learners discover how to subtract large numbers using a quick method of addition. The video provides examples and shows how adding machines and computers apply this approach to subtraction.
MinutePhysics
The Order of Operations is Wrong
PEMDAS is not all that it is cracked up to be. The short video provides an argument that the order of operations may not be instructionally sound. The presentation shows that understanding the concepts and properties of mathematics...
Krista King Math
Like Terms, Addition and Subtraction
It is not good enough to have the same variable, they must have the same exponents too. The video introduces the class to like terms, while giving the definition of like terms and providing examples of combining like terms through addition.
Krista King Math
Signed Numbers, Addition and Subtraction
Take the fear out of signed numbers. An educational video explains signed numbers as keeping the sign when both are the same, and offers tricks for what to do when one is positive and the other is negative.
Math Meeting
Adding and Subtracting - Negative Numbers
Here is a video that adds visual context and a steady stream of step-by-step instructions for adding and subtracting negative integers, with the help of a number line.
Scholastic
Study Jams! Relate Addition & Subtraction
Understanding the inverse relationship between addition and subtraction is essential for developing fluency in young mathematicians. Zoe and RJ explain how three numbers can form fact families that make two addition and two subtraction...
Curated OER
Subtracting Decimals
Subtracting decimals is the same as subtracting numbers without decimal points. But wait, there is one key thing every kid needs to remember, you have to line up the decimals. How? Duane shows us how he lines up his numbers based on...
Curated OER
Subtracting Fractions from Whole Numbers
Duane draws a visual to show how to change a whole number into a fraction before subtracting.
Curated OER
Subtraction
A cute video on the basics of subtraction await! Efrin explains what subtraction is, what it isn't, and provides several simple examples of how subtraction works. A great video for younger learners just building a mathematical...
Curated OER
How to Use an Abacus
Ever wonder how to use an abacus? Take a step back from the electronics and learn the basic elements with this short video. A student from Annunciation Catholic School explains how to express a number on the abacus. Note: Dialogue may be...
Curated OER
How Do You Solve an Equation With Fractions With The Same Denominators Using Addition?
You have an equation with an unknown variable and fractions. How do you solve this kind of equation? You can do it using the addition property of equality to first isolate the variable. Then, combine the fractions and since they have a...
Curated OER
How Do You Subtract Mixed Fractions with Different Denominators by Regrouping?
Are your young mathematicians having trouble with subtracting mixed fractions? Consider this video to supplement your teaching. An instructor explains step-by-step how to subtract mixed fractions with unlike denominators showing viewers...
Curated OER
How Do You Subtract Fractions with Different Denominators?
Combining fractions with unlike denominators. Wait! You can't do that! You have to have common denominators to combine the numerator of fractions. Here's a quick review of changing the denominator by multiplying each fraction by that...