May 3-7

Grade 7 Problem of the Week May 3-7

1. Solve the following questions using any method you want, show each step.

a) x - 5 = 11

b) 3x -10 = 14

c) 4x - 3 = -11

2. a) Solve each equation (with the method of your choice) and show your steps.

b) Verify each solution

i) 4x - 5 = 11

iii) 2p + 10 = 22

3. The grade 7 classes sold pins to raise money for charity. They raised $228. They sold each pin for $4. How many pins did they sell?

• 1. Write an equation you can use to solve the problem.

  2. Solve the equation using algebra.

  3. Verify the solution.