$Multi-step equations: math worksheet for Grade 8, page 1 preview$

Math worksheet · Mathematics

Multi-step equations · Grade 8

Solve equations with brackets and variables on both sides. 20 problems at a practice level for Grade 8, with an answer key for grown-ups.

Grade 8 · ages 13 to 14
Medium
30 to 40 minutes
2 pages
Free

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The 7 problems on the sheet

Directions: Solve for x.

7. 6(x − 7) + 4 = 5x − 39 x =
9. 6(x − 7) + 2 = 2x − 52 x =
13. 5(x − 6) + 4 = 2x − 11 x =
16. 6(x − 5) + 2 = 5x − 23 x =
17. 6(x − 8) + 1 = 5x − 48 x =
18. 6(x − 5) + 1 = 4x − 15 x =
19. 6(x − 9) + 9 = 3x − 39 x =

What your child practices

Your child practices the math skill “Variables on both sides”: solve linear equations with the unknown on both sides by collecting terms with balanced steps.

Grades and ages: Grade 8, ages 13 to 14
Time: About 30 to 40 minutes
Subject: Mathematics
Level: Medium for Grade 8
Answer key: Yes, for grown-ups who sign in
Printing: 2 pages, US Letter or A4, low-ink option
Updated: October 15, 2026

How to use it

Try the first question together so the format is clear. Then let your child work through the rest, showing their thinking on the page. It is pitched at the expected level for Grade 8, for practice after the skill has been taught. Its 2 pages split well across two sittings.

An answer key comes with it as a separate page that grown-ups download after signing in.

Tip for grown-ups: Check the first three problems together before your child carries on alone; most mix-ups show early.

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