Subtraction facts · −3
The Minus 3 Facts
Taking away 3: count back, or think addition. Every question in this game takes away 3.
Minus 3 chart
| Fact | Check by adding |
|---|---|
| 4 − 3 = 1 | 1 + 3 = 4 |
| 5 − 3 = 2 | 2 + 3 = 5 |
| 6 − 3 = 3 | 3 + 3 = 6 |
| 7 − 3 = 4 | 4 + 3 = 7 |
| 8 − 3 = 5 | 5 + 3 = 8 |
| 9 − 3 = 6 | 6 + 3 = 9 |
| 10 − 3 = 7 | 7 + 3 = 10 |
| 11 − 3 = 8 | 8 + 3 = 11 |
| 12 − 3 = 9 | 9 + 3 = 12 |
| 13 − 3 = 10 | 10 + 3 = 13 |
How to learn the −3 facts
3 is the last number comfortable to count back: for 11 − 3, say 10, 9, 8.
For 8 − 3, ask 3 and what make 8? 3 + 5 = 8, so it's 5.
Play the minus 3 game
Every question takes away 3
Free to play · no signup · works on phones, tablets and computers
Quick quiz
Minus 3 FAQ
What's the easiest way to subtract 3?
Count back three. 3 is the last number comfortable to count back: for 11 − 3, say 10, 9, 8.
How can a child check a subtraction fact?
Add back. If 12 − 3 = 9, then 9 + 3 should make 12. That's the second column in the chart.
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