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Basic algebra
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Solve for the variable. Answers should be expressed as "x=___".
1)
11 - x = 3
x =
2)
3 + x = 14
x =
3)
x + 6 = 2
x =
4)
x - 13 = 14
x =
5)
x - 9 = 7
x =
6)
7 + x = 13
x =
7)
x - 14 = 4
x =
8)
x + 15 = 1
x =
9)
x - 2 = 14
x =
10)
12 + x = 3
x =
11)
3 - x = 10
x =
12)
8 + x = 3
x =
13)
x + 1 = 12
x =
14)
x - 8 = 9
x =
15)
12 + x = 1
x =
16)
5 + x = 12
x =
17)
12 - x = 14
x =
18)
1 - x = 1
x =
19)
12 + x = 3
x =
20)
x + 14 = 1
x =
Basic Algebra Worksheet for 5th Grade
This pre-algebra worksheet helps students develop fundamental algebraic thinking skills by solving simple equations. Each problem requires students to find the value of x in equations involving addition and subtraction.
Key Learning Points:
- Understanding variables in mathematical equations
- Solving for x in addition equations
- Solving for x in subtraction equations
- Building foundational algebra skills
The worksheet includes 20 problems of varying formats:
- Equations where x is added to a number
- Equations where a number is added to x
- Equations where a number is subtracted from x
- Equations where x is subtracted from a number
Regular practice with these equations helps students build confidence in algebraic thinking and prepares them for more advanced mathematical concepts.