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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.