Equation Analysis Answer Key

This worksheet asks students to analyze completed equations and determine whether the order of operations was applied correctly. If correct, students write “Correct.” If incorrect, they must explain the mistake and compute the correct result. This task strengthens metacognition and helps students recognize common PEMDAS errors, such as performing addition before multiplication or ignoring parentheses. Learners build deeper conceptual understanding by identifying and correcting misunderstandings. This worksheet is excellent for reinforcing mastery and supporting students who need practice evaluating others’ reasoning.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Mathematics – Mathematical Reasoning: Analyze correctness of solutions

Mathematics – Expressions: Re-evaluate expressions using PEMDAS

Mathematics – Mathematical Practices: Critique reasoning of others

Mathematics – Fluency: Identify and correct mistakes

This worksheet is part of our 3-Step Order of Operations Worksheets collection.