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Basic Algebra

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For this basic algebra worksheet, students solve each of 20 equations by following the rules for basic algebra. They identify the variable in each equation. Then, students add or subtract like terms to get them on one side and the variable on the other side of the equal sign. Finally, they divide to simplify.

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evaluate, expression, negative and positive terms, variable, math
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8th - 9th
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Math
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