50+ Easy Math Problems With Answers for Grades 1-5

We can’t help but notice how challenging some of the basic concepts of Math could be for kids. This is why, as educators, we need to ensure that we find fascinating ways to help children learn these concepts. In this article, we will look at 50 math problems easy enough for kids between grade 1 to grade 5. The grade-wise approach taken in the article will ensure that kids appreciate The Four Principles of Mathematics: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.  At the same time, they will also be able to improve their appreciation of the subject as a whole. 

Math Problems for Grade 1  

1st graders are usually in their elementary stage where they are exposed to more of addition, subtraction, and basic number sequences. So, let us look at some of the easy problems that may be assigned to them: 

Additions: 5 + 3 = ? 9 + 2 = ? 7 + 6 = ? 4 + 8 = ? 10 + 5 = ? 8, 11, 13, 12, 15 

Subtraction Problems: 10 - 3 = ? 8 - 4 = ? 6 - 2 = ? 9 - 5 = ? 7 - 1 = ?  Answers: 7, 4, 4, 4, 6 

Number Patterns:  Fill in the blank  How many number do I need to add to: 1, 2, 3, __, __, __? 10, 12, 14, __, __, __? 5, 10, 15, __, __, __?  Answers: The answers to the above problems are 4,5,6; 16, 18, 20; 20, 25, 30.

Math Problems for Grade 2

With basic multiplication, larger numbers, and word problems thrown into the mix, Grade 2 takes learning to a new level.

Subtraction and Addition  

50 + 30 = ?  

64 - 22 = ?

38 + 47 = ? 

43 - 19 = ? 

25 + 12 = ?

Answers: 80, 42, 85, 24, 37  

Multiplication 

4 × 5 = ?

5 × 5 = ? 

3 × 7 = ? 

6 × 2 = ? 

2 × 3 = ?  

Answers: 20, 25, 21, 12, 6 

Word Problems

How many apples does Sam currently have if he had 3 apples and his mom gave him 5 more?

Answer: 8  

If there are 10 chairs in a room, how many are left if 4 are taken away? 

Answer: 6 

Math Problems for Grade 3   

Focus on larger multiplication, division, and simple fractions is emphasized at the Grade 3 level. 

Multiplication and Division  

15 ÷ 3 = ?  

24 ÷ 6 = ?  

12 ÷ 4 = ?  

9 × 8 = ?

7 × 6 = ?   

Answers: 5, 4, 3, 72, 42 

Fractions

What is 1/2 of 8? 

Answers: 4  

What is 1/4 of 12?  

Answers: 3  

What is 3/4 of 16?  

Answers: 12  

What is 2/3 of 9?

Answers: 6  

Word Problems

Lisa baked 24 cookies.

How many cookies are left after giving 8 to your friend? Answer: 16.

A fruit basket carries 36 apples and placing each six in a bag, how many will there be? Answer: 6.

Math Problems for Grade 4

In this particular grade, you will start to learn multi-digit multiplication, division, and even decimals. 

Multiplication

25 × 4 = ?

12 × 8 = ?

7 × 15 = ?

50 × 6 = ?

9 × 12 = ?

Answers: 100, 96, 105, 300, 108. 

Division

144 ÷ 12 = ?

96 ÷ 8 = ?

150 ÷ 5 = ?

240 ÷ 10 = ?

121 ÷ 11 = ?

Answers: 12, 12, 30, 24, 11.

Decimals

What is 0.5 + 0.3?

What is 1.2 - 0.4?

What is 2.5 + 3.1?

What is 4.0 - 1.5?

Answers: 0.8, 0.8, 5.6, 2.5.

Word Problems

A train journeyed for 150 miles in 3 hours. What is the speed in miles per hour? Answer: 50 miles per hour.

Sarah had 20 Dollars and spent 7.50 buying a book and 5.25 here at a snack. How much money does Sarah have left? Answer: 20 - 7.50 - 5.25 = 7.25.

Math Problems for Grade 5

Topics such as fractions, percentages, and geometry are more advanced in this grade.

Fractions and Percentages

Simplify: 12/16

What number would be 25% of 200?

Represent 3/4 in terms of percent.

What number would be 10% of 450?

How much is 1/5 of 100?

Answers: 3/4, 50, 75, 45, 20

Geometry

What is the perimeter of rectangle with length 10 cm and width 5 cm?

Answer: 30 cm

What is the area of the square having a side length of 6 cm?

Answer: 36 cm2

A triangle has sides of 5cm, 6cm, and 7cm. What is the perimeter of the triangle?

Answer: 18 cm

Advanced Word Problems

How much fuel will a car that uses 8 liters every 100 km consume to drive 250 km?

Answer: 20 litres

A class has 30 students, including 12 boys. What is the percentage of girls in the class?

Answer: 60%

Decimal Problems

Multiply: 2.5 × 4

Divide: 15.5 ÷ 5

Add: 1.75 + 2.25

Subtract: 5.6 – 3.4

Answers: 10, 3.1, 4, 2.2

Fun Math Exercises for Kids In order for the children to enjoy mathematics more, try these fun exercises: - Complete a numerical order puzzle and practice quick addition and multiplication with flash cards. - Engage in online math games.

You could use board games such as Monopoly to help them syntactically add and subtract. 

Shopping tags can be utilized even wider than those for physical education classes. 

In conclusion, these mathematics skills for grade one to five students are good in ensuring proper proficiency. By completing grade-level specific problems, children will gain self-esteem in mathematics with enjoyment. Exercises do not need to intimidate the pupils whether they are dealing with addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, more complex concepts of fractions, or geometry, these exercises are aimed at making children. Keep practicing and soon math will be everyone’s favorite subject!

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