Two-Step Equations - Worksheet 7 - 8th Grade

Medium

Solve equations requiring two inverse operations (Medium)

24 problems · 15-20 minutes · Skills: algebra, inverse operations, multi-step

About This Worksheet

This medium-level worksheet contains 24 problems designed for 8th Grade students practicing two-step equations. Medium worksheets introduce larger numbers and varied question formats to deepen understanding and build fluency.

Two-step equations require sequential, logical thinking — a core algebraic habit of mind. Mastery here directly enables success with multi-step equations, systems, and any algebraic reasoning encountered in later courses.

  • Undo two operations in the correct reverse order to solve equations
  • Solve two-step equations with rational number coefficients
  • Write two-step equations to model real-world situations
  • Apply two-step equations to find unknown quantities in geometry formulas
  • Solve two-step equations involving negative coefficients and constants

How to Solve: Worked Example

Example Problem: Solve: 3x − 7 = 14
Solution Steps:
  1. Add 7 to both sides: 3x − 7 + 7 = 14 + 7 → 3x = 21.
  2. Divide both sides by 3: 3x ÷ 3 = 21 ÷ 3 → x = 7.
  3. Check: 3(7) − 7 = 21 − 7 = 14. Correct!
Answer: x = 7
Tip: Always check your answer by substituting back into the original equation.
1
Solve: 7x + (8) = 64
2
Solve: 5x + (-5) = 25
3
Solve: 4x + (-9) = -1
4
Solve: 3x + (8) = 26
5
Solve: 6x + (2) = -28
6
Solve: 4x + (-5) = 27
7
Solve: 4x + (-1) = 7
8
Solve: 4x + (-2) = -2
9
Solve: 6x + (9) = -15
10
Solve: 6x + (7) = 37
11
Solve: 5x + (10) = 5
12
Solve: 4x + (8) = 0
13
Solve: 6x + (0) = 18
14
Solve: 3x + (-8) = -11
15
Solve: 3x + (3) = 9
16
Solve: 6x + (3) = 39
17
Solve: 4x + (3) = 35
18
Solve: 2x + (10) = 16
19
Solve: 3x + (-4) = 14
20
Solve: 7x + (6) = -29
21
Solve: 3x + (0) = 0
22
Solve: 2x + (-7) = -9
23
Solve: 5x + (-5) = 5
24
Solve: 3x + (-2) = -11

Answer Key

1. 82. 63. 24. 65. -56. 87. 28. 09. -410. 511. -112. -213. 314. -115. 216. 617. 818. 319. 620. -521. 022. -123. 224. -3

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