Two-Step Equation Sudoku Clues
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Two-Step Equation Sudoku Clues" is written for 7th Grade (Ages 12-13), and it covers Common Core 7.EE.B.4.A. A 6th grader who is already steady on math puzzles can use it too, and an older student can use it as a short review.
7th grade math worksheet: solve eight two step equations, then use each value of x to finish a 6 by 6 sudoku. Answer key included. Part of our sudoku variants math puzzles collection. Aligned to Common Core standards.
How do I use this worksheet?
Start with a 6 by 6 sheet such as Greater Than Sudoku, then move to the 9 by 9 grids. Use the sheets with equation and expression clues when students need practice with integers and two step equations.
What students will practice
- Students will solve eight two step equations such as 9x minus 6 equals 21.
- Students will write each value of x in the shaded cell with the matching letter.
- Students will complete a sudoku with the digits 1 to 6 once in every row, column and 2 by 3 box.
Curriculum Links
Common Core State Standards
Expressions and Equations · 7th Grade
Standard: Solve word problems leading to equations of the form px + q = r and p(x + q) = r, where p, q, and r are specific rational numbers. Solve equations of these forms fluently. Compare an algebraic solution to an arithmetic solution, identifying the sequence of the operations used in each approach.
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FAQ
How do I use this sudoku variants worksheet?
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Start with a 6 by 6 sheet such as Greater Than Sudoku, then move to the 9 by 9 grids. Use the sheets with equation and expression clues when students need practice with integers and two step equations.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Solve eight two step equations, then use each value of x to finish a 6 by 6 sudoku. The directions on the page read: Solve each equation and write the value of x in the shaded cell with the same letter. Then fill the grid so every row, column, and 2 by 3 box has the digits 1 to 6 once. An answer key is included.
Can I use this sudoku variants worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for 7th grade math puzzles, 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.
What is a sudoku variant?
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A sudoku variant uses the usual rule that each row, column and box holds each value once, then adds an extra clue. The clue might be shading for even and odd digits, cage sums, diagonals or marks between cells.
Which sudoku sheets use 7th grade math?
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Signed Digit Sudoku uses the integers from negative 4 to 4, and Cage Arithmetic Grid With Negatives adds and multiplies negative integers. Fraction Value Sudoku treats fractions as decimals, and Two-Step Equation Sudoku Clues has students solve equations such as 9x minus 6 equals 21.
What size are the grids?
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Some sheets use a 9 by 9 grid with 3 by 3 boxes. Others use a 6 by 6 grid with 2 by 3 boxes, which is a gentler start.
Do the sudoku sheets have answer keys?
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Yes. All 11 sheets have an answer key with the completed grid.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | 7th Grade |
| Subject | Math |
| Topic | Math Puzzles |
| Standard | 7.EE.B.4.A |
| Pages | 1 page |
| Difficulty | Medium |
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