Evaluating expressions worksheets

Evaluating expressions means substituting a number for a variable and simplifying, the skill every later algebra course assumes. Sixth graders work problems like 3n + 2 when n = 4, including expressions with parentheses.

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Swap the letter for its number, then follow the order of operations.

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6th grade

Evaluating expressions means substituting a number for a variable and simplifying, the skill every later algebra course assumes. Sixth graders work problems like 3n + 2 when n = 4, including expressions with parentheses.

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