Solving One-Step Equations: Algebra Fun for 6th Graders

If x + 5 = 12, what is the value of x?

• 5

• 10

• 2

• 7

A number decreased by 3 equals 10. What is the number?

• 13

• 10

• 16

• 7

If 7y = 42, what is the value of y?

• 6

• 5

• 7

• 8

A box contains some apples. If you add 8 apples, there will be 20 apples in total. How many apples were in the box originally?

• 15

• 18

• 12

• 10

If 4z = 32, what is the value of z?

• 16

• 4

• 2

• 8

You have a certain number of candies. If you give away 6 candies, you will have 14 left. How many candies did you start with?

• 14

• 22

• 20

• 18

If m - 9 = 3, what is the value of m?

• 6

• 9

• 12

• 15

A book costs $15. If you buy 3 books, how much do you spend in total?

• $75

• $30

• $60

• $45

If 5 + n = 20, what is the value of n?

• 5

• 10

• 25

• 15

A rectangle has a length of 10 cm and a width that is 4 cm less than the length. What is the width of the rectangle?

• 7 cm

• 6 cm

• 8 cm

• 5 cm