These worksheets help students practice solving two‑step equations, an important skill in Pre‑Algebra and Algebra 1. Each problem requires two operations to isolate the variable, usually a combination of addition or subtraction along with multiplication or division.
Each worksheet includes 15 practice problems and an answer key.
What Are Two‑Step Equations?
A two‑step equation is an equation that takes two operations to get the variable by itself. Students typically undo addition or subtraction first, and then use multiplication or division to finish solving the equation.
Two‑step equations often look something like:
The goal is to isolate the variable on one side of the equals sign by reversing the operations in the correct order.
How to Solve These (Mini‑Lesson)
Example:
Step 1: Remove the number added to or subtracted from the variable term.
Subtract 5 from both sides:
Step 2: Remove the number multiplied by the variable by using division:
Divide both sides by 2:
Free Printable Worksheets
Each worksheet includes:
- 15 two‑step equations
- A mix of positive and negative integers
- Problems that combine addition/subtraction with multiplication/division
- Answer key
For more practice or detailed explanation on solving equations, try our Pre-Algebra Skill Building Workbook. Topics include: solving 1 step equations and 2 step equations, negative numbers, exponents, factors, multiples, fractions, decimals, and more.
For more practice or help with other pre-algebra topics, try our workbooks.
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