Simplifying Expressions Modified Worksheet 90-Minute Block Packet • Lesson 7
Simplifying Algebraic Expressions
Name: _________________
Date: _________
Do Now: Fluency Warm-Up (10 Mins)
Multiply & Add Within 20/100
1. Basic Fact 4 × 3 = _____
2. Groups 5 × 2x = _____
3. Add Integers 7 + 8 = _____
4. Equal Terms 3x + 4x = _____
Algebra Tile Color Key
+1x (Green Bar)
-1x (Red Bar)
+1 (Yellow Square)
-1 (Red Square)
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Part 1: Distributive Property Area Boxes
WORKED MODEL 3(2x + 4)
3
3 × 2x
6x
3 × (+4)
+12
Answer: 6x + 12
TRY IT 1 4(2x + 3)
4
4 × 2x =
4 × 3 =
Answer: _________________
Problem 2: 2(5x + 1)
Multiply 2 · 5x =
Multiply 2 · 1 =
Answer: ______________
Problem 3: 5(3x − 2)
Multiply 5 · 3x =
Multiply 5 · (−2) =
Answer: ______________
IEP Goal Alignment: 3.OA.A / 3.OA.C (Multiplication & Distributive Area) Page 1 of 4
Lesson 7 • Part 2
Combining Like Terms (Shape Sorting)
Box the x's • Circle the numbers
■
Variable Terms (x-terms) Put a SQUARE BOX around terms with x.
●
Constant Terms (Plain Numbers) Put a CIRCLE around plain numbers.
WORKED MODEL
5x + 3 + 2x + 4
■ Box x-terms: 5x + 2x = 7x
● Circle numbers: 3 + 4 = 7
Simplified: 7x + 7
PRACTICE 4
4x + 6 + 3x + 2
■ Combine x-terms: 4x + 3x = ____
● Combine numbers: 6 + 2 = ____
Answer: _________________
Problem 5: 8x + 5 − 3x + 2 Remember: 8x − 3x
■ Combine x: 8x − 3x = _____
● Combine #: 5 + 2 = _____
Final Answer: _____________________
Problem 6: 6x + 9 + 2x − 4 Remember: 9 − 4
■ Combine x: 6x + 2x = _____
● Combine #: 9 − 4 = _____
Final Answer: _____________________
IEP Goal Alignment: 1.OA.C / 2.OA.A (Addition & Subtraction within 20) Page 2 of 4
Lesson 7 • Independent Practice
Distribute THEN Combine Like Terms
Step 1: Distribute ➔ Step 2: Combine
Problem 7: Simplify 2(x + 4) + 3x
Step 1: Distribute 2(x + 4) 2·x + 2·4 = 2x + 8
Step 2: Combine with + 3x (2x + 3x) + 8 = _____ + 8
Answer: ____________________
Problem 8: Simplify 3(2x + 1) + 4x
Step 1: Distribute 3(2x + 1) 3·2x + 3·1 = _____x + _____
Step 2: Combine with + 4x (6x + 4x) + 3 = _____ + 3
Answer: ____________________
Problem 9: Simplify 5 + 2(3x + 4)
Step 1: Distribute 2(3x + 4) 2·3x + 2·4 = 6x + 8
Step 2: Combine constants (5 + 8) 6x + (5 + 8) = 6x + _____
Answer: ____________________
Problem 10: Simplify 4(x + 2) + 2(x + 3)
Distribute Both: (4x + 8) + (2x + 6)
Combine x and #: (4x + 2x) and (8 + 6)
Answer: ____________________
IEP Goal Alignment: 2.OA.C / 3.OA.C (Combining groups & multiplication) Page 3 of 4
Lesson 7 • Formative Assessment
Exit Ticket & Error Analysis
Last 15 Minutes
1. Use the distributive property to simplify: 6(2x + 3)
A 12x + 18
B 12x + 3
C 8x + 9
D 30x
2. Which of the following is equivalent to 7x + 4 + 3x + 6?
A 10x + 10
B 20x
C 10x + 24
D 4x + 2
3. Error Detective: Find the Mistake!
A student simplified 3(x + 4) + 2x and got 3x + 4 + 2x = 5x + 4.
What did the student forget to multiply?
Forgot to multiply 3 × 4 Forgot to add 3x + 2x
The correct answer should be: ____________________
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Simplifying Expressions Modified Homework Homework • Lesson 7
Simplifying Expressions Modified Homework
Name: _________________
Due: _________
Homework Strategy Reminder
1. Distribute: Multiply outside number by both inside terms. 3(x + 2) = 3x + 6
2. Combine: Group like letters and group plain numbers. 3x + 4x = 7x
A Part A: Use the Distributive Property
1. Simplify 2(3x + 5)
Multiply 2 · 3x =
Multiply 2 · 5 =
Answer: ______________
2. Simplify 4(x + 6)
Multiply 4 · x =
Multiply 4 · 6 =
Answer: ______________
B Part B: Combine Like Terms
3. Simplify 5x + 7 + 2x + 1
■ Combine: 5x + 2x = _____
● Combine: 7 + 1 = _____
Answer: ______________
4. Simplify 9x + 4 − 3x + 5
■ Combine: 9x − 3x = _____
● Combine: 4 + 5 = _____
Answer: ______________
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Homework • Lesson 7
Part C: Distribute THEN Combine
2-Step Strategy
5. Simplify: 3(x + 4) + 2x
Step 1: Distribute 3(x + 4) 3 · x + 3 · 4 = 3x + 12
Step 2: Combine with + 2x (3x + 2x) + 12 = _____ + 12
Final Answer: __________________________
6. Simplify: 2(4x + 3) + 5
Step 1: Distribute 2(4x + 3) 2 · 4x + 2 · 3 = _____x + _____
Step 2: Add constant + 5 8x + (6 + 5) = 8x + _____
Final Answer: __________________________
7. Multiple Choice: Which expression is equivalent to 4(2x + 1) + 3x?
A 11x + 4
B 8x + 1
C 11x + 1
D 15x
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Simplifying Expressions Teacher Guide Teacher Facilitation & IEP Guide • Lesson 7
Simplifying Expressions Teacher Guide
90-Min Block Framework
90-Minute Instructional Pacing Guide
0 – 10 min Do Now Fluency Fact review & readiness
10 – 30 min Area Model & Tiles Explicit worked models
30 – 50 min Shape Sorting Guided combining terms
50 – 75 min Independent Work Extended 2-step practice
75 – 90 min Exit & Debrief Error detective & check
Targeted IEP Goals & Progress Monitoring Indicators
IEP Standard Instructional Manifestation in Lesson Mastery Benchmark 1.OA.C / 1.OA.D Adding & subtracting integer constants within 20; grouping terms 4/5 correct combinations 2.OA.C / 3.OA.A Distributive multiplication as equal groups via area boxes 100% with box support 3.OA.C Multiplying whole numbers within 100 during expansion phase Fluency on Do Now
Special Education Prompting Ladder
1. Visual Prompt: Point to color-coded tile key or area box rooms.
2. Verbal Prompt: Ask: "Did the outside number visit BOTH rooms inside the parentheses?"
3. Gestural: Underline matching \(x\)-terms in green and constant numbers in yellow.
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Answer Keys • Lesson 7
Lesson 7 Packet & Homework Solutions
Complete Key
Classroom Packet Solutions
Do Now: 1) 12 | 2) 10x | 3) 15 | 4) 7x
Try It 1: \(4(2x+3) = 8x + 12\)
Problem 2: \(2(5x+1) = 10x + 2\)
Problem 3: \(5(3x-2) = 15x - 10\)
Problem 4: \(4x+6+3x+2 = 7x + 8\)
Problem 5: \(8x+5-3x+2 = 5x + 7\)
Problem 6: \(6x+9+2x-4 = 8x + 5\)
Problem 7: \(2(x+4)+3x = 5x + 8\)
Problem 8: \(3(2x+1)+4x = 10x + 3\)
Problem 9: \(5+2(3x+4) = 6x + 13\)
Problem 10: \(4(x+2)+2(x+3) = 6x + 14\)
Two Step Equations Modified Worksheet 90-Minute Block Packet • Lesson 8
Solving Two-Step Equations
Name: _________________
Date: _________
Do Now: Inverse Operations Warm-Up (10 Mins)
Opposite Actions
Opposite of +6 − 6
Opposite of −10 + 10
Solve: 2x = 10 x = _____
Solve: 3x = 18 x = _____
The Two-Step Solving Ladder
1
Step 1: Undo + or − Add or subtract the loose constant on BOTH sides.
2
Step 2: Undo × or ÷ Divide by the coefficient next to \(x\).
WORKED MODEL 2x + 6 = 16
2x + 6 = 16
− 6 − 6
2x = 10
÷ 2 ÷ 2
x = 5
✔ Check: 2(5) + 6 = 10 + 6 = 16
TRY IT 1 3x + 4 = 19
3x + 4 = 19
− 4 − 4
3x = _____
÷ 3 ÷ 3
Answer: x = _____
IEP Goal Alignment: 1.OA.D / 2.OA.A (Represent & Solve Equations) Page 1 of 4
Lesson 8 • Part 2
Solving Equations with Subtraction
Undo Subtraction by Adding (+)
WORKED MODEL 4x − 5 = 15
4x − 5 = 15
+ 5 + 5
4x = 20
÷ 4 ÷ 4
x = 5
TRY IT 2 5x − 2 = 18
5x − 2 = 18
+ 2 + 2
5x = _____
÷ 5 ÷ 5
Answer: x = _____
Problem 3: Solve 2x − 8 = 10
Step 1: Add 8 2x = 10 + 8 → 2x = 18
Step 2: Divide by 2 x = 18 ÷ 2 → x = _____
Problem 4: Solve 6x + 3 = 27
Step 1: Subtract 3 6x = 27 − 3 → 6x = 24
Step 2: Divide by 6 x = 24 ÷ 6 → x = _____
IEP Goal Alignment: 3.OA.C (Division within 100) Page 2 of 4
Lesson 8 • Independent Practice
Two-Step Equations & Scenarios
Classwork Extended
Problem 5: Solve 3r − 12 = −15
Step 1: Add 12 to −15 3r = −15 + 12 → 3r = −3
Step 2: Divide by 3 r = −3 ÷ 3 → r = _____
Problem 6: Solve 4x + 7 = 31
Two Step Equations Modified Homework Homework • Lesson 8
Two-Step Equations Modified Homework
Name: _________________
Due: _________
The Two-Step Golden Rule
1. Undo + or − first: Add or subtract the number from both sides.
2. Undo × or ÷ second: Divide both sides by the variable's number.
1. Solve 2x + 5 = 15
Step 1: Subtract 5 → 2x = 10
Step 2: Divide by 2 → x = 10 ÷ 2
Answer: x = _____
2. Solve 3x − 4 = 14
Step 1: Add 4 → 3x = 18
Step 2: Divide by 3 → x = 18 ÷ 3
Answer: x = _____
3. Solve 4x + 8 = 24
Step 1: Subtract 8 → 4x = _____
Step 2: Divide by 4 → x = _____
Answer: x = _____
4. Solve 5x − 10 = 20
Step 1: Add 10 → 5x = _____
Step 2: Divide by 5 → x = _____
Answer: x = _____
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Homework • Lesson 8
Part B: Real-World Scenarios
Application & Review
5. Real-World Scenario: Bowling Night
Maya went bowling. Shoe rental was $5 , and each game cost $3 . She spent a total of $20 .
Equation: 3g + 5 = 20 (where \(g\) = number of games)
Step 1: Subtract 5 → 3g = 15
Step 2: Divide by 3 → g = 15 ÷ 3
Maya played: _____ games
6. Multiple Choice: What value makes 12 + 2x = 12 true?
A x = 0
B x = 6
C x = 12
D x = −12
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Two Step Equations Teacher Guide Teacher Facilitation & IEP Guide • Lesson 8
Two-Step Equations Teacher Guide
90-Min Block Framework
90-Minute Instructional Pacing Guide
0 – 10 min Do Now Fluency Opposites & 1-step
10 – 30 min Ladder Modeling Undo +/− then ×/÷
30 – 50 min Guided Practice Addition & Subtraction
50 – 75 min Independent Work Scenarios & ladders
75 – 90 min Exit & Debrief Formative mastery
Targeted IEP Goals & Progress Monitoring Indicators
IEP Standard Instructional Manifestation in Lesson Mastery Benchmark 1.OA.D Working with equations and finding the unknown number 4/5 correct solutions 2.OA.A Representing real-world situations (e.g. pizza order) with 2-step models Setup equation accurately 3.OA.C Dividing within 100 in Step 2 of the inverse operation ladder Fluency on division steps
Special Education Prompting Ladder
1. Visual Prompt: Point to the Step 1 circle (undoing the loose number first).
2. Verbal Prompt: Ask: "What is attached to the variable, and what is the loose constant on that side?"
3. Gestural: Draw a vertical line down through the equal sign to remind the student to balance both sides.
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Answer Keys • Lesson 8
Lesson 8 Packet & Homework Solutions
Complete Key
Classroom Packet Solutions
Do Now: −6, +10, \(x=5\), \(x=6\)
Try It 1: \(3x+4=19 \rightarrow 3x=15 \rightarrow x=5\)
Try It 2: \(5x-2=18 \rightarrow 5x=20 \rightarrow x=4\)
Problem 3: \(2x-8=10 \rightarrow 2x=18 \rightarrow x=9\)
Problem 4: \(6x+3=27 \rightarrow 6x=24 \rightarrow x=4\)
Problem 5: \(3r-12=-15 \rightarrow 3r=-3 \rightarrow r=-1\)
Problem 6: \(4x+7=31 \rightarrow 4x=24 \rightarrow x=6\)
Problem 7: \(4p-4=48 \rightarrow 4p=52 \rightarrow p=\$13\)
Exit Ticket Key
Q1: A (\(x=5\))
Multi Step Equations Modified Worksheet 90-Minute Block Packet • Lesson 9
Solving Multi-Step Equations
Name: _________________
Date: _________
Do Now: Skill Review Warm-Up (10 Mins)
Combine & Distribute
1. Combine 4x + 3x = _____
2. Distribute 2(x + 5) = _____
3. Add Integers −7 + 10 = _____
4. Solve 2-Step 2x + 4 = 12 → x=__
The 3-Phase Multi-Step Strategy Map
1 Phase 1: Distribute Multiply parentheses
2 Phase 2: Combine Add like terms on side
3 Phase 3: Solve 2-step inverse ladder
WORKED MODEL 3r − 7 + 5r = 9
Phase 2: Combine 3r + 5r
8r − 7 = 9
Phase 3: Solve Two-Step
+7 +7 → 8r = 16
r = 2
TRY IT 1 4x + 6 + 2x = 18
Phase 2: Combine 4x + 2x
_____x + 6 = 18
− 6 − 6
6x = _____
Answer: x = _____
IEP Goal Alignment: 1.OA.D / 3.OA.A (Multi-step representations) Page 1 of 4
Lesson 9 • Part 2
Distributive Property in Equations
Clear Parentheses First
WORKED MODEL 2(5x − 2) = 16
Phase 1: Distribute 2 · 5x and 2 · (−2)
10x − 4 = 16
Phase 3: Solve 2-Step
+4 +4 → 10x = 20
x = 2
TRY IT 2 3(2x + 1) = 21
Phase 1: Distribute 3
3·2x + 3·1 → _____x + 3 = 21
− 3 − 3
6x = 18
Answer: x = _____
Problem 3: Solve 4(x + 3) = 28
Phase 1: Distribute 4 4·x + 4·3 = 4x + 12 = 28
Phase 3: Solve 4x = 28 − 12 = 16 → x = _____
Problem 4: Solve 2(3x − 1) = 22
Phase 1: Distribute 2 2·3x − 2·1 = 6x − 2 = 22
Phase 3: Solve 6x = 22 + 2 = 24 → x = _____
IEP Goal Alignment: 3.OA.C / 3.OA.A (Multiplication & Parentheses) Page 2 of 4
Lesson 9 • Independent Practice
Distribute AND Combine on One Side
Classwork Extended
Problem 5: Solve 2(x + 7) + x = 20
1. Distribute 2x + 14 + x = 20
2. Combine 3x + 14 = 20
3. Solve 3x = 6 →
Multi Step Equations Modified Homework Homework • Lesson 9
Multi-Step Equations Modified Homework
Name: _________________
Due: _________
Multi-Step Equation Road Map
1. Distribute: \(2(x+3) \rightarrow 2x+6\)
2. Combine: \(2x+5x \rightarrow 7x\)
3. Solve: Undo +/− then ×/÷
1. Solve 3x + 4 + 2x = 19
Step 1: Combine 3x + 2x → 5x + 4 = 19
Step 2: Subtract 4 → 5x = 15
Step 3: Divide by 5 → x = 15 ÷ 5
Answer: x = _____
2. Solve 2(3x + 1) = 20
Step 1: Distribute → 6x + 2 = 20
Step 2: Subtract 2 → 6x = 18
Step 3: Divide by 6 → x = 18 ÷ 6
Answer: x = _____
3. Solve 5x − 8 + x = 16
Step 1: Combine 5x + 1x → 6x − 8 = 16
Step 2: Add 8 → 6x = 24
Step 3: Divide by 6 → x = _____
Answer: x = _____
4. Solve 4(x + 2) = 24
Step 1: Distribute 4 → 4x + 8 = 24
Step 2: Subtract 8 → 4x = 16
Step 3: Divide by 4 → x = _____
Answer: x = _____
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Homework • Lesson 9
Part B: Distribute THEN Combine
Full 3-Phase Equations
5. Solve: 2(x + 3) + 4x = 24
1. Distribute 2x + 6 + 4x = 24
2. Combine 6x + 6 = 24
3. Solve 6x = 18 → x = _____
Final Answer: x = _____
6. Solve: 10x − 2(x + 5) = 22
1. Distribute 10x − 2x − 10 = 22
2. Combine 8x − 10 = 22
3. Solve 8x = 32 → x = _____
Final Answer: x = _____
7. Multiple Choice: Which equation has the same solution as 2x + 3(x − 5) = 10?
A 5x − 15 = 10
B 5x − 5 = 10
C 2x − 15 = 10
D 6x − 15 = 10
Homework Check: Completed with No Help Some Help
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Multi Step Equations Teacher Guide Teacher Facilitation & IEP Guide • Lesson 9
Multi-Step Equations Teacher Guide
90-Min Block Framework
90-Minute Instructional Pacing Guide
0 – 10 min Do Now Fluency Distribute & combine
10 – 30 min 3-Phase Map Distribute ➔ Combine
30 – 50 min Guided Modeling Parentheses & terms
50 – 75 min Independent Work Multi-step practice
75 – 90 min Exit & Debrief Mastery check
Targeted IEP Goals & Progress Monitoring Indicators
IEP Standard Instructional Manifestation in Lesson Mastery Benchmark 1.OA.D / 2.OA.A Structuring multi-step equations into sequential single-step operations 80% step accuracy 2.OA.C / 3.OA.A Multiplication & distribution to expand groupings prior to solving Zero distribution drops 1.OA.C / 3.OA.C Adding/subtracting like terms within 20 and isolating with division within 100 Accurate calculation
Special Education Prompting Ladder
1. Visual Prompt: Point to the 3-Phase flowchart header (Phase 1 ➔ Phase 2 ➔ Phase 3).
2. Verbal Prompt: Ask: "Are there parentheses to multiply first, or can we combine terms right away?"
3. Gestural: Cover the right side of the equals sign with a card so the student focuses exclusively on simplifying the left side first.
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Answer Keys • Lesson 9
Lesson 9 Packet & Homework Solutions
Complete Key
Classroom Packet Solutions
Do Now: \(7x\), \(2x+10\), \(3\), \(x=4\)
Try It 1: \(4x+6+2x=18 \rightarrow 6x=12 \rightarrow x=2\)
Try It 2: \(3(2x+1)=21 \rightarrow 6x+3=21 \rightarrow x=3\)
Problem 3: \(4(x+3)=28 \rightarrow 4x+12=28 \rightarrow x=4\)
Problem 4: \(2(3x-1)=22 \rightarrow 6x-2=22 \rightarrow x=4\)
Problem 5: \(2(x+7)+x=20 \rightarrow 3x+14=20 \rightarrow x=2\)
Problem 6: \(3(x+2)+2x=21 \rightarrow 5x+6=21 \rightarrow x=3\)
Problem 7: \(2(x-1)+3x=8 \rightarrow 5x-2=8 \rightarrow x=2\)