Math Worksheet · Grades 7–9
Adding and Subtracting Polynomials Worksheet
A printable math worksheet for grades 7-9 on adding and subtracting polynomials. Students combine like terms to add and distribute the minus sign to subtract, practice six problems, and solve four word problems. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Math
Grades
Grades 7–9
Skill Focus
Adding and Subtracting Polynomials, algebra
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
To add polynomials you combine like terms; to subtract you first distribute the minus sign to every term in the second polynomial, then combine like terms. This worksheet teaches both operations and has students simplify expressions.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box works an addition example and a subtraction example. Section A has six expressions to simplify. Section B on page 2 has four word problems.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with the simplified form of every expression. The worksheet pairs well with the Combining Like Terms and Writing Algebraic Expressions worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review combining like terms.
Simplify the six expressions in Section A on page 1.
Solve the four word problems in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Writing Algebraic Expressions Worksheet for more practice.
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Adding and Subtracting Polynomials Worksheet
A printable math worksheet for grades 7-9 on adding and subtracting polynomials. Students combine like terms to add and distribute the minus sign to subtract, practice six problems, and solve four word problems. A complete answer key is included.
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