Basic Algebra Practice – Grade 6
This worksheet provides practice on basic algebra skills including solving one-step equations,
evaluating expressions, and translating verbal phrases into algebraic expressions.
Part 1: Solving One-Step Equations
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1. x + 5 = 12
2. y - 3 = 10
3. 7 = z - 2
4. 3a = 15
5. b ÷ 4 = 6
Part 2: Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
Evaluate the following expressions when x = 2, y = 4.
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1. x + y
2. 2x + 3
3. y - x
4. xy
5. x² + y²
Part 3: Translating Verbal Phrases into Algebraic Expressions
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1. Five more than a number x
2. Seven less than a number y
3. Triple a number a
4. Half of a number b
5. The square of a number m
Answer Key
Part 1:
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1. x = 7
2. y = 13
3. z = 9
4. a = 5
5. b = 24
Part 2:
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1. 2 + 4 = 6
2. 2*2 + 3 = 7
3. 4 - 2 = 2
4. 2 * 4 = 8
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5. 2² + 4² = 4 + 16 = 20
Part 3:
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1. x + 5
2. y - 7
3. 3a
4. b ÷ 2 or b/2
5. m²