Multi-step equations worksheets

Distribute, combine like terms and solve, including equations with the variable on both sides. There are 3 sheets here: distribute and combine, variables on both sides and word problems. Pick one from the tray, print it, and add its answer key as a second page if you want one.

Worksheets

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Distribute and combine

Distribute and combine like terms, then solve. Check by substituting.

6(x − 2) = −6
2(m + 6) + 4 = 14
6(n + 2) + 4 = 76
5n + 4n + 7 = −11
3(x − 5) = −3
2(n + 6) = 2
5(m) = −35
2(n + 2) + 3 = −13
5(m + 7) = 5
2(y − 8) = −10
4(a + 9) + 4 = 48
3k + 5k − 8 = −72

Using these sheets

New problems gives the same kind of sheet with different numbers, so you can print one for class and another for homework.
The answer key matches the sheet on screen, including after you make new problems.
Sheets print on US Letter paper. On A4, choose “Fit to printable area” in the print dialog.

Questions

What grade are these multi-step equations worksheets for?

They suit grades 8 to 9. The sheets in the tray go from easier to harder, ending with word problems.

Is there an answer key?

Yes. Tick “add the answer key as page 2” before printing, or turn on Answer key to check work on screen.

Can I print more than one version?

Yes. Press New problems for a fresh set of the same kind, then print again. The answer key changes with it.

Do I need an account to print?

No. The sheets print straight from this page, free, with no sign-up.