Solve Linear Equations Word Problems Worksheets

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Solve Linear Equations Word Problems

Examples, solutions, videos, and worksheets to help Grade 7 and Grade 8 learn how to write and solve linear equation word problems.

How to solve linear equation word problems?

Solving linear equation word problems involves translating the problem from words into a mathematical equation and then solving that equation. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Read the Problem Carefully

• Understand what the problem is asking.
• Identify the key information provided in the problem.

2. Define the Variables

• Assign variables to the unknown quantities you’re trying to find.

3. Set Up the Equation

• Translate the words into a mathematical equation using the variable(s) you defined.
• Identify relationships such as “sum,” “difference,” “product,” and “quotient” to form the equation.

4. Solve the Equation

• Use algebraic methods to solve the equation for the unknown variable(s).
• This might involve adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, or using the distributive property.

5. Check Your Solution

• Substitute your solution back into the original problem to ensure it satisfies all conditions.

6. Answer the Question

• Provide the final answer in the context of the problem.

Have a look at this video if you need to review how to solve “linear equations word problems”.

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