Subtraction fact · bridge through 10
15 − 6 = 9
Fifteen minus six is nine. This one crosses 10. Taking 6 away in two hops, with a stop at 10, is easier than counting back 6.
See 15 − 6
15 counters, 6 crossed out, 9 left.
Hop back to 10
- Take away 5 first, to land on 10: 15 − 5 = 10.
- 6 is 5 and 1, so there are 1 still to take away.
- 10 − 1 = 9, so 15 − 6 = 9.
Or think addition: 6 + 4 = 10, and 5 more makes 15. That's 4 + 5 = 9 altogether.
Its fact family
6, 9 and 15 go together, so learning one of these helps with all of them. See the family.
Practice 15 − 6 in a game
A fact sticks when a child has to pull it from memory again and again. In this game 15 − 6 keeps coming back between the other facts in its family.
Every round leans on 15 − 6
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Quick quiz
15 − 6 FAQ
What is 15 − 6?
15 − 6 = 9. In words: fifteen minus six is nine.
How can I check 15 − 6 = 9?
Add back: 9 + 6 = 15. If the addition gives the number you started with, the subtraction is right.
What grade learns 15 − 6?
This is a first and second grade fact. Common Core has children subtract within 20 in first grade (1.OA.C.6) and do it fluently with mental strategies in second grade (2.OA.B.2).
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