5 free linear equations resources for Year 8: 3 worksheets, 1 study guide, 1 test. Answers included.
Solving one-step, two-step and multi-step equations. In Year 8, Year 8 extends algebra to expanding brackets and two-step equations, adds percentages increase and decrease, ratio and rates, index laws and congruence.
Students will practise: understanding an equation as a balance; using inverse operations to isolate the pronumeral; solving one-step, two-step and multi-step linear equations; checking a solution by substitution; solving two-step equations; using inverse operations; checking solutions; solving equations with brackets and variables on both sides.
Printable practice with an answer sheet.
One-step, two-step and equations with brackets or variables on both sides. Expected-level practice for this year group. This Year 8…
One-step, two-step and equations with brackets or variables on both sides. Expected-level practice for this year group. This Year 8…
One-step, two-step and equations with brackets or variables on both sides. A challenge set for students ready to stretch further. This…
End-of-topic tests covering the whole topic.
Two-step equations, equations with brackets and expanding brackets in a 40-minute Year 8 test with marks and worked solutions.
Clear explanations, examples and tips.
Explains the balance method for solving equations: do the same thing to both sides using inverse operations. Builds from one-step…
Solving one-step, two-step and multi-step equations. At Year 8, our resources focus on: understanding an equation as a balance; using inverse operations to isolate the pronumeral; solving one-step, two-step and multi-step linear equations; checking a solution by substitution.
Read the study guide first, then start with the Level 1 or Level 2 worksheet. Finish with the topic test.
Yes — every worksheet has an answer sheet. Maths answer sheets show the working; English tasks include model answers or success criteria.
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