Write and Solve One-Step Inequalities in Context
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Write and Solve One-Step Inequalities in Context" is written for 7th Grade (Ages 12-13). A 6th grader who is already steady on algebra can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.


7th grade math worksheet: write and solve one-step inequalities about notebooks, popcorn and a van, then explain each answer. Answer key included. Part of our inequalities algebra collection.
How do I use this worksheet?
Begin with the one-step sheets and When to Flip the Inequality Sign before the two-step sheets. Have students check a solution by substituting a value from the shaded part of the graph.
What students will practice
- Students will write a one-step inequality for a situation with a limit such as at most or at least.
- Students will solve the inequality in a box.
- Students will write a sentence that says what the solution means.


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FAQ
How do I use this inequalities worksheet?
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Begin with the one-step sheets and When to Flip the Inequality Sign before the two-step sheets. Have students check a solution by substituting a value from the shaded part of the graph.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Write and solve one-step inequalities about notebooks, popcorn and a van, then explain each answer. The directions on the page read: Write an inequality for each situation and solve it in the box. Then write what the answer means in a sentence. An answer key is included.
Can I use this inequalities worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 7th 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.
When do you flip the inequality sign?
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Flip it when you multiply or divide both sides by a negative number. For −3x > 15, dividing by −3 gives x < −5. When to Flip the Inequality Sign has students check each solved step as right or wrong.
How do you graph an inequality on a number line?
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Use an open circle for < or > and a closed circle for ≤ or ≥, then shade the side that makes the inequality true. The graphing sheets here print a number line under each problem. Two-Step Inequalities With Integers practices this.
How do you know if a number is a solution to an inequality?
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Substitute the number for the variable and see if the statement is true. A problem can have more than one solution. Test Solutions to One-Step Inequalities has students circle every value that works.
How do you write an inequality from a word problem?
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Look for limits such as at most, at least or less than. Noor can spend at most $42 on $6 notebooks gives 6n ≤ 42. Write and Solve One-Step Inequalities in Context also asks students to write what the answer means in a sentence.
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