Solving Equations - Variables both Sides - Distributive Property

Worksheet (Algebra)

Solving Equations - Variables both Sides - Distributive Property Worksheet

This free algebra worksheet includes problems on solving equations. The worksheet begins by reviewing the steps for solving an equation, multiplication of fractions review, and a number of equations which range from simple one-step equations to equations with variables on both sides that require the use of the distributive property and combining like terms.

Lesson:

3. To solve one-step equations and review steps for solving equations.

Subject:

Algebra

Topics:

Equations

Number of Problems:

24

Pages:

2

Answer Key:

No

Samples:

Algebra
Solving Equations

Steps for Solving Equations
1. Remove Parenthesis
2. Combine Like Terms (on both sides of equal sign)
3. Move variable to one side
4. Undo Addition and/or Subtraction
5. Undo Multiplication and/or Division
** If the variable cancels out, the equation will either be an Identity (meaning that its true for ALL values of the variable), or it will have No Solution.

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Solving Equations - Variables both Sides - Distributive Property