6th grade one-step equations worksheets

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One-step equations are the first true algebra your child solves: find x in x + 7 = 12 or 4x = 28 by undoing one operation. Sixth graders practice all four types (adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing) with nonnegative whole-number and fraction values.

Free printable PDF worksheet, aligned to Common Core 6.EE.B.5, 6.EE.B.7.

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The kind of problems you'll get

Solve each equation for x. Show your work.

  1. x + 2 = 11

    Answer: x = 9

  2. x − 1 = 15/2

    Answer: x = 17/2

  3. 12 × x = 54/5

    Answer: x = 9/10

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What's on a 6th grade sheet

Every version prints on US Letter or A4, with its answer key after the problems.

How to teach this

Read each equation as a question first: what number plus 7 makes 12? Then show the shortcut: do the opposite operation to both sides. Have your child check every answer by substituting it back in; the check is where the learning sticks.

Watch for: Kids see x + 7 = 12 and add 7 again. Undoing means the opposite operation, so subtract 7 from both sides. 4x reads like 4 plus x. A number written next to a letter means multiply, so undo it by dividing.

Common questions about 6th grade one-step equations

How should my child write the answers?
As a full statement, like x = 5, not just the number. The answer key uses the same form, so checking is quick.
What kinds of equations are on the sheet?
A mix of all four one-step types: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Some equations use fractions, and every answer is exact.

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Aligned to Common Core 6.EE.B.5, 6.EE.B.7. Reviewed by the One more sheet team. Content version 241, updated September 2026.

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