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Balancing Equations Practice

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Balancing Equations Practice

Balance scales showing equation equality

⚖️ Part 1: Insert the Correct Symbol

Instructions: Insert the correct symbol (=, <, or >) to make each number sentence true.

1. 8 + 7 _____ 15
2. 12 - 4 _____ 8
3. 9 + 2 _____ 11
4. 5 + 6 _____ 12
5. 10 - 3 _____ 9
6. 4 + 5 _____ 8

✓ Part 2: True or False?

Instructions: Circle whether each equation is True or False. If false, explain why.

7. 6 + 3 = 9

True

False

Explanation: _________________________________

8. 5 + 4 < 8

True

False

Explanation: _________________________________

9. 3 + 6 = 10

True

False

Explanation: _________________________________

10. 10 - 2 > 7

True

False

Explanation: _________________________________

🧠 Part 3: Explain Your Thinking

11. What does the equal sign (=) really mean? Explain in your own words.
12. Create your own equation using addition or subtraction that is false. Then explain why it's false.

My equation: ________________________________

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