Comparison, Sum & Difference Problems

Solve one-step and two-step questions such as 'how many more?' and 'how many fewer?' using information presented in scaled bar charts, pictograms and tables.

MathsAge 9+25 minutes

What this topic covers

Answer one-step questions (how many more, how many fewer, how many altogether) from a chart.
Answer two-step questions that combine categories before comparing.
Check that answers are sensible against the chart.

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsOne Step: More, Fewer, AltogetherTwo StepsCheck It Makes Sense; the Wrong-Bar Trap

Practice formats pupils may meet

NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.

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