pdf Subtracting Integers

This subtracting integers worksheet gives students focused practice evaluating expressions with positive and negative integers. Students apply integer subtraction rules and use equivalent signed forms when helpful, including rewriting subtraction of a negative integer as addition of its opposite. The 20 problems provide repeated practice with a variety of sign combinations.

The activity progresses from straightforward integer subtraction to expressions containing several signed terms. Students work with positive and negative starting values, subtraction of positive integers, subtraction of negative integers, and combinations that produce both positive and negative results. This variety strengthens procedural fluency while reinforcing the relationship between subtraction and addition of opposites.

This resource works well for guided practice, independent practice, homework, intervention, review, or assessment. It strengthens foundational integer-operation skills and prepares students for later work involving rational numbers, algebraic expressions, equations, inequalities, and other middle school mathematics applications.

Skills Assessed

• Subtracting positive integers
• Subtracting negative integers
• Rewriting subtraction using addition of the opposite
• Working with positive and negative starting values
• Evaluating multi-step integer expressions
• Applying integer sign rules accurately

Details

• 2 pages
• 20 integer subtraction problems
• Positive and negative integers
• Subtraction of negative integers included
• Two-step and multi-step expressions
• Complete answer key included

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