Use this Year 5 Subtract Decimals (Same Number of Decimal Places) Reasoning and Problem Solving resource to give your class the chance to apply their knowledge when subtracting decimals. The first and third questions are reasoning problems which will test their ability to spot mistakes and explain their ideas using mathematical language. The second question is a problem solving question which asks them to create calculations which conform to specific criteria.

An answer sheet is included to make marking quick and easy.

A varied fluency resource is also available for this small step.