Algebra: Solving Two-Step Equations

Today we're tackling solving two-step equations. Ask your child to explain the first step out loud before writing. Slow thinking now means fewer mistakes later. Encourage neat, line-by-line work. If they get stuck, ask, 'What operation is happening to the variable?' and let them lead.

• pencil
• paper
• scratch paper

Solve: 12 × 11. Then check by adding (12 × 10) + 12. Same answer? Good — you used a strategy.

1. 1

   3x - 1 = 8

   Parent tip: Walk through this step-by-step with your child. Say each step out loud.
2. 2

   7x - 13 = 50

   Parent tip: Walk through this step-by-step with your child. Say each step out loud.

1. 1

   4x + 2 = 14
2. 2

   9x - 9 = 63
3. 3

   2x - 2 = 4
4. 4

   3x - 10 = 20
5. 5

   2x - 5 = 11
6. 6

   3x + 12 = 36
7. 7

   4x - 11 = 33
8. 8

   4x - 5 = 11
9. 9

   9x + 3 = 57
10. 10

    8x - 5 = 27

Which problem made you think the hardest today? Why?