Mixed Addition and Subtraction Word Problems (two-digit)
Browse 7 free printable Mixed Addition and Subtraction Word Problems (two-digit) worksheets for Grade 2 Math. These Word Problems worksheets are designed to give students targeted practice and build confidence in math.
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Prerequisites
Practice Questions
- There are 34 pens in one drawer and 27 in another. How many pens in all?
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34 + 27 = 61. 61 pens in all.
- A store had 48 hats. It sold 22. How many hats remain?
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48 − 22 = 26. 26 hats remain.
- Lily saw 17 birds in the morning and 25 in the afternoon. How many birds total?
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17 + 25 = 42. 42 birds total.
- There were 90 stickers. 18 were used. How many stickers are left?
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90 − 18 = 72. 72 stickers are left.
- A team scored 63 points, then 16 more. How many points in total?
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63 + 16 = 79. 79 points total.
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Teacher Resources
Lesson Plan
Solving Mixed Operation Word Problems
Standards
2.OA.A.1Printable Aids
Teaching Notes
Guide students to identify keywords and context clues to determine whether to add or subtract. Emphasize drawing models or using manipulatives to visualize the problem.
Vocabulary
Common Mistakes
- Choosing the incorrect operation.
- Calculation errors with two-digit numbers.
- Misinterpreting problem context.
Differentiation
Discussion Questions
- What clues tell you to add in a story problem?
- What clues tell you to subtract?
- How can you check if your answer is reasonable?
- Can you draw a picture that matches this problem?
Extension Activities
- Create two-digit stories.
- Use base-ten blocks.
- Practice regrouping.
Parent Tip
Have your child explain if a story needs adding or subtracting.
Learning Path
Skill Cluster
Problem Solving & Operations
Grade Level
2-3