Grade 8 Two-Step Equations Worksheets

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Grade 8 Two-Step Equations Practice

Solve each problem. Show your work.

  1. 1.
    Solve: 5x + 9 = 49
  2. 2.
    Solve: 8x + 2 = 42
  3. 3.
    Solve: 4x - 4 = 0
  4. 4.
    Solve: 7x + 3 = 31
  5. 5.
    Solve: 8x + 4 = 68
  6. 6.
    Solve: 2x + 1 = 13
  7. 7.
    Solve: 5x + 5 = 30
  8. 8.
    Solve: 2x - 7 = 17
Show answer key
  1. Question 1: x = 8
  2. Question 2: x = 5
  3. Question 3: x = 1
  4. Question 4: x = 4
  5. Question 5: x = 8
  6. Question 6: x = 6
  7. Question 7: x = 5
  8. Question 8: x = 12

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About These Worksheets

Grade 8 students use two-step equations as preparation for linear relations, including equations with integers and brackets.

Two-step equations worksheets help students move from isolated inverse operations to a full solving sequence. A problem such as 3x + 5 = 20 requires students to undo addition or subtraction first, then undo multiplication or division. The order matters, and these worksheets give students enough repetition to make the sequence feel reliable.

Students practise equations with whole numbers, integers, fractions, and simple decimals, with some word problems that require defining the variable before solving. The habit of checking by substitution is emphasized because two-step equations have more places for small arithmetic errors. This skill is a direct bridge to Grade 9 linear equations, where variables may appear on both sides and expressions may include brackets. Strong two-step fluency keeps later algebra from becoming a pile-up of procedural confusion.

Skills Practised

  • Undoing addition or subtraction before multiplication or division
  • Solving equations with two inverse-operation steps
  • Working with integer, fraction, and decimal coefficients
  • Checking solutions by substituting into the original equation
  • Translating simple word problems into equations

Parent Tip: Ask, 'What is happening to x, and what do we undo first?' This helps your child see the equation as a sequence rather than trying random operations.

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