Grade 1 Math · Algebra

Balance equivalent number sentences

Find the missing number that makes two addition or subtraction expressions equivalent, up to 50. Unlimited questions, five difficulty levels, and a full worked solution every time — free.

Practice this skill Curriculum: G1-C2.1, G1-C2.2, G1-C2.3

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Find the missing number that makes both sides equal.

8 - 7 = 13 - ___

Answer: 12

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Find the missing number that makes both sides equal.

5 + 6 = 2 + ___
📘 Worked solution
15 + 6 = 11Find the total on the left side first.
22 + ___ = 11, so ___ = 11 - 2 = 9Both sides must equal 11, so subtract 2 from 11.

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