Algebra 1: The Ultimate 4-Week Practice Packet for Solving Equations & Inequalities

Transform your Algebra 1 unit on equations and inequalities with this massive 176 page, no-prep 4-week practice packet. This comprehensive resource is expertly designed to save you hours of planning and provide your students with consistent, high-quality, and scaffolded practice.

From basic two-step equations to complex absolute value inequalities, this packet covers key concepts your students need to achieve mastery. It's the perfect resource for classwork, homework, bell-ringers, or a complete set of emergency sub plans.

Key Features

• Comprehensive 4-Week Unit: Organized into four weekly packets, this resource guides students logically from simpler to more complex concepts.

• The Gold-Standard Answer Key: This isn't just a list of answers. The included detailed answer key provides fully worked-out, step-by-step solutions for every single problem. It's perfect for sub plans, student self-checking, or for new teachers who want to see the solution process.

• Rich Problem Variety: Keep students engaged with a mix of computational problems, real-world word problems, geometry applications, and critical thinking questions (including "no solution" and "identity" problems).

• Skill-Based & Scaffolded: The packet builds in difficulty, ensuring students have a strong foundation before moving on. Topics include:

• Two-Step Equations

• Multi-Step Equations

• Equations with Variables on Both Sides

• Literal Equations

• Graphing and Solving Inequalities

• Multi-Step Inequalities

• Set-Builder and Interval Notation

• Compound Inequalities

• Absolute Value Equations & Inequalities
  
  

Detailed Content Breakdown

Week 1: Foundations of Solving Equations

Students will build a strong foundation by mastering equations with one variable.

• Topics: Solving Two-Step Equations, Solving Multi-Step Equations, and Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides.

• Practice Includes: Word problems for each concept (e.g., finding the weight of a person on a porch, calculating music downloads, finding angles in a triangle, and comparing vendor costs).
  
  

Week 2: Literal Equations & Introduction to Inequalities

This week bridges the gap between equations and inequalities, starting with the critical skill of manipulating formulas.

• Topics: Literal Equations and Formulas, Inequalities and Their Graphs, and Solving Inequalities Using Addition and Subtraction.

• Practice Includes: Solving formulas for a specific variable (e.g., Temperature, Area, Perimeter, Distance) and real-world formula applications.
  
  

Week 3: Mastering Inequalities & Set Notation

Students will master the properties of inequality and learn the formal language of sets.

• Topics: Solving Inequalities Using Multiplication or Division, Solving Multi-Step Inequalities, and Working with Sets.

• Practice Includes: Solving and graphing multi-step inequalities, word problems, writing sets in roster and set-builder notation, and identifying subsets.
  
  

Week 4: Advanced Equations & Inequalities

This final week challenges students to apply all their skills to complex compound and absolute value problems.

• Topics: Compound Inequalities and Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities.

• Practice Includes: Solving and graphing "and" / "or" compound inequalities, working with interval notation, solving word problems (e.g., finding test score ranges), and solving/graphing all types of absolute value equations and inequalities.
  
  

This is the only resource you'll need to help your students build deep, lasting confidence in solving equations and inequalities.