Word Problems and Algebraic Equations Test {Assessment and Rubric}

Save time and assess what your students REALLY know!

Word problems take a loooong time to write. Rubrics take a looooong time to create. Let me save you some of that time with this word problem and algebraic equations assessment that includes two different rubrics!

This test has 20 different problems that students need to solve by using their knowledge of algebraic equations. There are two-step and one-step word problems that students are required to use an equation to solve. With clear directions, room for students to work, and easy-to-use rubrics to help you grade this assessment packet has everything you need!

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★ Time Saving

Teachers never have enough time to get it all done! We’re here to help you with that. This resource supplements any Algebraic Equations or Word Problems unit. It’s also a great review packet that could be broken up into morning work or homework later in the year.

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★ Feature

• Assessment (5 pages)

• Answer Key (5 pages)

• Partial Credit Rubric (2 pages)*

• Total Points Rubric (2 pages)*

*An explanation of the two different rubrics is included in the Preview*

★ Problem Type Description

• 2 two-step word problems (must eliminate extra information; show work; write and equation; and answer)

• 4 one-step word problems (must eliminate extra information; show work; write and equation; and answer)

• 4 one-step word problems (show work; answer problem)

• 6 multiple choice (critical thinking; problem solving; basic equations)

• 4 short answer (write definitions for sum; difference; algebraic equation; and variable)

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Common Core Connection

3.OA.D.8Solve two-step word problems using the four operations. Represent these problems using equations with a letter standing for the unknown quantity. Assess the reasonableness of answers using mental computation and estimation strategies including rounding.

3.NBT.A.2Fluently add and subtract within 1000 using strategies and algorithms based on place value, properties of operations, and/or the relationship between addition and subtraction.

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Beth Coble

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