Solution

long subtraction

Solution

Solution steps
Write the numbers one under the other, line up the decimal points.
Add trailing zeroes so the numbers have the same length.
Subtract each column of digits, starting from the right and working left
If the digit being subtracted is larger than the digit above it, 'borrow' a digit from the next column to the left.
In the bolded column, subtract the second digit from the first:
Place the decimal point in the answer directly below the decimal points in the terms
In the bolded column, subtract the second digit from the first:

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is longsub 6.5-3 ?

    The solution to longsub 6.5-3 is 3.5