Consecutive Integer Riddles
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Consecutive Integer Riddles" is written for 8th Grade (Ages 13-14), and it covers Common Core 8.EE.C.7.B. A 7th grader who is already steady on algebra can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.
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8th grade math worksheet: write and solve equations for 8 consecutive integer riddles, from three odd integers that add to 87. Answer key included. Part of our equation puzzles algebra collection. Aligned to Common Core standards.
How do I use this worksheet?
Use a puzzle sheet as a warm up or review after the multi-step and both-sides sheets. The riddle sheets are a bridge to word problems.
What students will practice
- Students will let n be the least of a set of consecutive integers.
- Students will write equations for consecutive, odd and even integers.
- Students will solve 8 riddles and list the integers.
Solve Equations by Combining Like Terms First
Combine Like Terms With Negatives, Then Solve
Solve Equations With the Distributive Property
Distribute a Negative Factor, Then Solve
Solve Multi-Step Equations With Fraction Coefficients
Solve Multi-Step Equations With Decimal Coefficients
Multi-Step Equations With Fraction Solutions
Solve Multi-Step Equations and Check Each Answer
Curriculum Links
Common Core State Standards
Expressions and Equations · 8th Grade
Standard: Solve linear equations with rational number coefficients, including equations whose solutions require expanding expressions using the distributive property and collecting like terms.
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FAQ
How do I use this equation puzzles worksheet?
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Use a puzzle sheet as a warm up or review after the multi-step and both-sides sheets. The riddle sheets are a bridge to word problems.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Write and solve equations for 8 consecutive integer riddles, from three odd integers that add to 87. The directions on the page read: Let n be the least integer. Solve an equation in the box. List the integers. An answer key is included.
Can I use this equation puzzles worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 8th grade algebra, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.
How do equation puzzles help students check their work?
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Each answer feeds the puzzle. A wrong solution breaks the domino loop, spells the wrong word or shades the wrong cell. Students see right away that something needs a second look.
How do you solve consecutive integer problems?
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Let n be the least integer. Consecutive integers are n, n + 1 and n + 2, and consecutive odd or even integers are n, n + 2 and n + 4. Add them, set the sum equal to the total and solve.
How do you set up an age riddle?
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Make a table with ages now and at another time, using x for one age. Add or subtract the same years for each person, then write an equation from the sentence. Age Riddles Solved With Equations has six riddles.
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Solve Equations by Combining Like Terms First
Combine Like Terms With Negatives, Then Solve
Solve Equations With the Distributive Property
Distribute a Negative Factor, Then Solve
Solve Multi-Step Equations With Fraction Coefficients
Solve Multi-Step Equations With Decimal Coefficients
Multi-Step Equations With Fraction Solutions
Solve Multi-Step Equations and Check Each Answer