Column Method: Error Analysis & Misconceptions
Mathematics
Grade 6
13 questions
~26 mins
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About This Worksheet
A worksheet focusing on the Column Method for 2-digit addition, emphasizing error analysis and misconceptions. Designed to strengthen procedural mastery and reasoning skills.
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Column Method: Error Analysis & Misconceptions
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Grade Grade 6
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Fluency & Practice
Solve the following addition problems using the Column Method. Show your working in the grid spaces provided.
1.
Add 43 and 28 using the Column Method. Show your step-by-step calculation.
[2 marks]2.
Add 56 and 37 using the Column Method. Show your work.
[2 marks]3.
Add 65 and 24 step-by-step.
[2 marks]B
Error Analysis & Misconceptions
Below are students' incorrect solutions. Identify the mistake and correct it with an explanation.
1.
Student's work: 47 + 36 = 83 (incorrect). Find the error and correct it.
[3 marks]2.
A student added 52 and 29 and got 71. What mistake did they make?
[3 marks]C
Problem Solving & Reasoning
Solve these multi-step addition problems and explain your reasoning.
1.
Add 48 and 57. Then, subtract 20 from the result. Explain your steps.
[4 marks]2.
A shop sells 34 pens in the morning and 27 pens in the afternoon. How many pens were sold in total?
[4 marks]D
Real-world Applications
Use the Column Method to solve the following word problems related to everyday scenarios.
1.
A farmer has 46 apples and harvests another 37. How many apples does he have now?
[3 marks]2.
A library has 58 books. During a book drive, they receive 29 more books. How many books are there now?
[3 marks]E
Challenge & Extension
Attempt these advanced problems that require careful application of the Column Method.
1.
Add 76 and 89 using the Column Method. Show all steps.
[4 marks]2.
Add 94 and 67, then subtract 23 from the total. Show your working.
[4 marks]F
Mixed Review
Solve the variety of following questions to reinforce your understanding of the Column Method.
1.
Add 53 and 29. Show your work.
[2 marks]2.
Add 42 and 59, then explain how to ensure the addition is correct using the Column Method.
[3 marks]Quick Actions
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Details
- Created
- 1/1/2026
- Updated
- 1/1/2026
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