Algebra: Linear Equations One Variable

Today we're tackling linear equations one variable. 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

   Solve for x: 2x + 2 = 16

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

   Solve for x: 5x + 5 = 10

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

1. 1

   Solve for x: 3x + 1 = 7
2. 2

   Solve for x: 3x + 3 = 6
3. 3

   Solve for x: 5x + 9 = 39
4. 4

   Solve for x: 6x + 3 = 33
5. 5

   Solve for x: 4x + 12 = 24
6. 6

   Solve for x: 4x + 1 = 9
7. 7

   Solve for x: 4x + 5 = 33
8. 8

   Solve for x: 6x + 5 = 17
9. 9

   Solve for x: 6x + 8 = 20
10. 10

    Solve for x: 5x + 6 = 51

Which problem made you think the hardest today? Why?