Help students apply algebra skills to real-world situations with these engaging multi-step inequality word problem task cards! This resource includes both multiple choice and open-ended problems with variables on one side and variables on both sides, using integers, decimals, and fractions to provide rigorous, standards-aligned practice and standardized test preparation. This low-prep activity includes a recording sheet and answer key, plus flexible printing options with 1 or 4 task cards per page — perfect for math centers, review, partner work, independent practice, and small groups.

This resource comes as a ready-to-use, printable PDF.

Items Included:

⭐️ 16 Task Cards (print 1 or 4 per page)

⭐️ Answer Key

⭐️ Recording Sheet

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List of Math Task Card and Worksheet Activities!

Common Core State Standard

7.EE.B4 Use variables to represent quantities in a real-world or mathematical problem, and construct simple equations and inequalities to solve problems by reasoning about the quantities.

8.EE.C.7b Solve linear equations with rational number coefficients, including equations whose solutions require expanding expressions using the distributive property and collecting like terms.

2023 Indiana Academic Standard:

8.AF.1 Solve linear equations and inequalities with rational number coefficients fluently, including those whose solutions require expanding expressions using the distributive property and collecting like terms. Represent real-world problems using linear equations and inequalities in one variable and solve such problems.

• Essential Standard
• Calculators Allowed

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