Mathematics Grade 6 15 min

Solve one-step equations: word problems

Solve one-step equations: word problems

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After a deposit of $25, Maria's account has $110. What was her starting balance?

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Leo had 150 stamps. He gave some away and now has 90. How many did he give away?

3

A baker packs 48 cookies into boxes of 6. How many boxes did she use?

Sample Practice Questions

Easy
After gaining 10 points, a player has 30 points. How many points did they start with?
0.10
1.20
2.30
3.40
Easy
A bus had 25 people. Some got off, and now there are 15. How many got off?
0.10
1.15
2.25
3.40
Easy
Pencils are sold in packs of 8. If you have 24 pencils, how many packs do you have?
0.2
1.3
2.4
3.6

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