Algebra Worksheets — Free Printable Practice with Answers
Build algebra skills with fresh worksheets: substitute into expressions, simplify, expand brackets, solve equations and continue number patterns.
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For example: “percentages with word problems for 13-year-olds”. AI picks the settings; the website creates the tasks and answers.
Value of an expression · 12-14 years
Name: ____________________Answer key
- 1. 10
- 2. 47
- 3. 15
- 4. 28
- 5. 70
- 6. 23
- 7. -3
- 8. 6
- 9. 14
- 10. 12
- 11. 27
- 12. 25
- 13. 21
- 14. 23
- 15. 14
- 16. 56
- 17. 104
- 18. 5
- 19. 26
- 20. 13
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How to use the tool
- Choose an algebra exercise type, such as value of an expression or expand brackets.
- Pick age and difficulty; harder levels add negative numbers, squares and two variables.
- Print or save as PDF. “Create New Version” gives new expressions.
About this generator
Algebra is where pupils learn to use letters as numbers, and these worksheets cover the first steps in a clear order. Value of an expression asks pupils to substitute a number for x in expressions like 3x + 4 or x² + 5, which builds the link between arithmetic and algebra. Simplifying expressions trains collecting like terms, first with one variable and then with both x and y. Expanding brackets practises the distributive law, including negative factors and x(x + 3) at the higher levels. Equations use the balance method, and number patterns ask pupils to find the rule and continue arithmetic and geometric sequences. Word problems show algebra in action, for example a delivery price per kilo, a savings plan that grows every week, or tile patterns where each figure needs more tiles, and the answer key includes units such as kr, cm or tiles. All answers are calculated by the website and each new version is unique.
Popular uses
- First lessons with letters as numbers
- Collecting like terms and expanding brackets
- Pattern spotting and sequences
- Revision and homework with answer key
Plan a useful printable
Start with one clear learning goal and choose only the settings that support it. A short, focused sheet is often easier to explain, complete and review than a crowded page. The live preview makes it possible to check spacing, task count and difficulty before paper is used. Create another version when a class needs the same skill with different content.
Adapt it to the learner
Use fewer items, larger writing areas and familiar content for beginners. Increase the amount, range or complexity gradually for confident learners. Teachers can also combine the printable with oral instructions, pair work or a short follow-up discussion. Because every page is customizable, the same activity can support a warm-up, independent practice, homework or revision.
Print clearly and reuse
Choose A4 or US Letter to match the printer, then print at 100 percent whenever exact spacing matters. The PDF option uses the browser print dialog and creates a clean file for later use. Generated content is prepared in the browser, requires no pupil account and has no watermark. Review every sheet before sharing it, especially when you add your own words or text.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does it mean to simplify an expression?
- Collect like terms: 3x + 2 + 4x − 5 becomes 7x − 3.
- How do I expand brackets?
- Multiply every term inside the bracket by the factor outside: 4(2x − 3) = 8x − 12.
- Which ages are the algebra worksheets for?
- Mainly ages 11–16. Choose 10–12 and easy for a gentle start.