This is a formative assessment (with answer key and black-and-white version) to measure the pre-algebra/algebra skill of Using the Distributive Property with Variables (Common Core Math standards 6.EE.A.3, 7.NS.A.1, and 7.NS.A.2; TEKS 6.7D). The assessment is a Level 1 ( Introducing the Skill) worksheet containing 16 multiple-choice problems in which students must select the correct simplified version of a simple algebraic equation by using the distributive theory. (You can also use a FREE in