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
Worksheet8th GradeLevel 2 · Standard
Free 8th Grade Solving Linear Equations Worksheet — Level 2
One-step, two-step and equations with parentheses or variables on both sides. Expected-level practice for this grade. This 8th Grade worksheet has 12 questions and comes with a full answer sheet showing the working for every question.
Need more practice? Practice Set 2 · Practice Set 3 · 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
- 15 minutes
- Curriculum
- Texas grade levels (TEKS)
- Questions
- 12
- Answers
- Included, with working
- Format
- PDF (A4), print or complete online
Students will practice
- solving two-step equations
- using inverse operations
- checking solutions
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 Solving Linear Equations Worksheet — Level 2
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 15 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 8th Grade Solving Linear Equations Worksheet — Level 2 (Set 2), then check understanding with the 8th Grade Linear Equations Topic Test.
Preview
Success TutoringWorksheets8th Grade · Mathematics · Linear Equations8th Grade Solving Linear Equations Worksheet — Level 2
Name
Date
Score /
Solve each equation. Show every step and check your answer by substituting it back in.
1.4x + 5 = 29
2.7x + 12 = −51
3.9x − 5 = −14
4.6x + 7 = 13
5.8x − 15 = −23
6.9x + 12 = 120
7.8x − 1 = 31
8.6x − 7 = 47
9.5x − 13 = 7
10.4x + 8 = −8
11.2x − 13 = −17
12.8x + 6 = 30
Preview — the PDF contains the full resource and answer sheet.
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