Variables on Both SidesCollect the letters on one side and the numbers on the other.7th GradeGet all the variable terms onto one side andall the constants onto the other, then solveas a two-step equation.5x + 2 = 3x + 105x + 2 = 3x + 10x = 4Subtract 3x → 2x + 2 = 10.7 − 2x = x + 1x = 2Add 2x → 7 = 3x + 1.2(x + 3) = 4xx = 3Expand first: 2x + 6 = 4x.No solution case3x + 1 = 3x + 5The x cancels and 1 = 5 is false. No solution.If everything cancels and you get a true statement like 5 = 5, everynumber works.Variables on Both Sideswww.littleactivity.com

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Math · 7th Grade

Variables on Both Sides

Collect the letters on one side and the numbers on the other.

How to use it

Move the smaller x term. It keeps the coefficient positive and cuts the errors.

Free · print-ready PDF · US Letter and A4

Grade
7th Grade
Ages
12–13
Subject
Math
Pages
1

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