Study Guide
Solving Linear Equations
Explains the balance method for solving equations: do the same thing to both sides using inverse operations. Builds from one-step…
- Difficulty
- Level 2 · Standard
- Time
- 20 min
Extra practice for 8th Grade Equation Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2: the same skill with fresh questions.
Worksheet8th GradeLevel 2 · Standard
Free 8th Grade Equation Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2 — Practice Set 3
Practice Set 3 for 8th Grade Equation Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2: the same skill and level with a fresh set of questions and a full answer sheet.
More practice: Set 1 · Practice Set 2 · Practice Set 4 — same skill, fresh questions, full answers.
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- Grade
- 8th Grade
- Subject
- Math
- Topic
- Linear Equations
- Difficulty
- Level 2 · Standard
- Estimated time
- 20 minutes
- Curriculum
- Texas grade levels (TEKS)
- Questions
- 8
- Answers
- Included, with working
- Format
- PDF (A4), print or complete online
Students will practice
- writing equations from word problems
- solving linear equations
- checking solutions in context
Curriculum: Texas grade levels (TEKS). We show specific outcome codes only where they have been verified against the official curriculum document.
What's next?
Completed: 8th Grade Equation Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2 — Practice Set 3
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?
8th Grade students (typically ages 13–14) working on linear equations. It is pitched at level 2 · standard; an easier version and a harder version are linked above.
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 20 minutes for 8 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 8th Grade Equation Word Problems Worksheet — Level 3, then check understanding with the 8th Grade Linear Equations Topic Test.
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Success TutoringWorksheets8th Grade · Mathematics · Linear Equations8th Grade Equation Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2 — Practice Set 3
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For each problem, choose a letter for the unknown, write an equation, solve it, and check your answer in the words of the problem.
1.The sum of 2 consecutive whole numbers is 13. Find the numbers.
2.The sum of 2 consecutive whole numbers is 15. Find the numbers.
3.The sum of 3 consecutive whole numbers is 156. Find the numbers.
4.A rectangle is 4 cm longer than it is wide. Its perimeter is 88 cm. Find its width and length.
5.The sum of 3 consecutive whole numbers is 81. Find the numbers.
6.A rectangle is 9 cm longer than it is wide. Its perimeter is 82 cm. Find its width and length.
7.A rectangle is 2 cm longer than it is wide. Its perimeter is 16 cm. Find its width and length.
8.Archie thinks of a number, multiplies it by 5 and then adds 1. The answer is 66. Write an equation and find the number.
Preview — the PDF contains the full resource and answer sheet.
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- Difficulty
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- Time
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- Questions
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- Answers
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- Difficulty
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- Time
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- Questions
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- Answers
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