Grade 6 · Year 7 · Class 6 · ages 11–12 · Algebra
One-step equations: Grade 6 practice
Solving equations such as x + 7 = 15 or 4x = 28. Eight questions at a time, instant feedback and a mastery score from 0 to 100.
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The idea in one minute
Do the opposite operation to both sides: undo adding by subtracting, undo multiplying by dividing.
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One question at each level. Tap a question to see the answer.
Easy Solve x − 4 = 1. x =
Answer: 5
Medium Solve 4x = 36. x =
Answer: 9
Challenge Solve 2x = 52. x =
Answer: 26
More ways to practise one-step equations
- Printable one-step equations worksheet with an answer key (new questions every time)
- Equation Balance: Solve equations on a balance scale by doing the same thing to both sides.
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Related skills
- Evaluating algebraic expressions (Grade 6)
- Evaluating powers (Grade 6)
- Order of operations (BODMAS / PEMDAS) (Grade 5)
- Two-step equations (Grade 7)
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One-step equations: questions
What grade is one-step equations?
It is usually taught in Grade 6 (Year 7 in England, Class 6 in India, ages 11–12), though schools and countries differ. Try the grade above or below if it feels too hard or too easy.
What does a one-step equations question look like?
For example: "Solve 4x = 36. x =" The answer is 9. Do the opposite operation to both sides: undo adding by subtracting, undo multiplying by dividing.
What should I learn before and after one-step equations?
Before it, try order of operations (bodmas / pemdas) (Grade 5). After it, move on to evaluating algebraic expressions (Grade 6).
How can I get better at one-step equations?
Do the opposite operation to both sides: undo adding by subtracting, undo multiplying by dividing. Practise a little every day, read the hint after each wrong answer, and use the printable worksheet when you want to write it out.
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