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Algebra Basics: Expressions
An introduction to algebra for Year 7: what pronumerals are, how to read and write expressions, substituting numbers for letters, and…
- Difficulty
- Level 2 · Standard
- Time
- 20 min
WorksheetYear 7Level 1 · Easier
Free Year 7 Substitution Worksheet — Level 1
Substitute values into expressions and formulas and evaluate. Builds confidence with the core skill before adding complexity. This Year 7 worksheet has 12 questions and comes with a full answer sheet showing the working for every question.
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- Year
- Year 7
- Subject
- Mathematics
- Topic
- Algebraic Expressions
- Difficulty
- Level 1 · Easier
- Estimated time
- 10 minutes
- Curriculum
- Australian Curriculum
- Questions
- 12
- Answers
- Included, with working
- Format
- PDF (A4) + print
Students will practise
- substituting values into expressions
- evaluating expressions with negative numbers
- following the order of operations
Curriculum: Australian Curriculum. We show specific outcome codes only where they have been verified against the official curriculum document.
What's next?
Completed: Year 7 Substitution Worksheet — Level 1
How to use this worksheet
- Print the PDF or complete it on screen. Write the student's name and date at the top.
- Read the instructions for each part together before starting. Encourage working to be shown, not just answers.
- Mark with the answer sheet. Compare the method, not only the final answer, and give credit for correct working.
- Record the score, celebrate what went well, then follow the "What's next" suggestion.
Common questions
Who is this worksheet for?
Year 7 students (typically ages 12–13) working on algebraic expressions. It is pitched at level 1 · easier.
Are the answers included?
Yes. The PDF includes a full answer sheet with the working for every question. You can also view the answers online.
How long does it take?
About 10 minutes for 12 questions. Short, regular sessions work best: two or three a week beats one long one.
Do I need to sign up to download?
No. Click Download Free PDF and it opens immediately. It is free for personal, classroom and homeschool use.
What should we do next?
Try Year 7 Expanding Brackets Worksheet — Level 1.
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Year 7 · Mathematics · Algebraic Expressions
Year 7 Substitution Worksheet — Level 1
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Replace the letter with the number, then calculate. Use brackets for negative values.
1.Find the value of 7x − 4 when x = 8
2.Find the value of −x − 5 when x = 1
3.Find the value of −5x − 8 when x = 2
4.Find the value of 3x − 8 when x = 6
5.Find the value of −5x + 3 when x = 9
6.Find the value of −2x + 8 when x = 3
7.Find the value of −5x − 8 when x = 3
8.Find the value of −3x + 4 when x = 2
9.Find the value of 7x − 6 when x = 1
10.Find the value of x − 9 when x = 4
11.Find the value of −5x − 7 when x = 1
12.Find the value of x + 5 when x = 4
Preview — the PDF contains the full resource and answer sheet.
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- Last reviewed
- 1 October 2026
- How it was made
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