Combining Like Terms Worksheet with the Distributive Property
Understanding algebraic expressions is one of the most important stepping stones in middle school math. One of the best ways to build confidence is through repeated practice—and our Distributive Property and Combining Like Terms Worksheet is designed to do just that!
What’s Inside This Worksheet?
This printable worksheet challenges students to simplify expressions by:
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Applying the distributive property: multiplying a number across a set of parentheses
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Then combining like terms: grouping similar variables and constants
Each of the 10 problems helps students build mastery. Expressions include both positive and negative coefficients, nested parentheses, and multi-step problems that reflect what they’ll encounter on quizzes and standardized tests.
Teaching Tip
Before distributing the worksheet, review one sample problem on the board. Let students talk through what “like terms” means and how the distributive property breaks apart expressions. This short warm-up can significantly boost success rates! Pair This With…
- Exit Tickets on Like Terms
- Word Problems Involving Distributive Property
Download and Print
This worksheet is a free printable from Superthink. No login required. Just click, print, and simplify! Perfect for 6th and 7th grade students learning to organize, group, and manipulate expressions confidently.
