Subtract and Compare Negative Numbers

Students often have difficulty with the concept of finding the difference between positive and negative numbers. This worksheet highlights the importance of subtracting when finding the difference between two positive or two negative numbers. There is also a comparison of numbers activity using the symbols for 'greater than' and 'less than'. Securing understanding, for example, that -12 is greater than -15 is a vital, as students are often confused because 15 is bigger than 12 and they forget to acknowledge the minus signs.

An answer sheet is provided.