Expressions in Motion

This worksheet expands on the Distributive Property by including variable expressions, negative coefficients, fractional multipliers, and expressions requiring combination of like terms. Each section targets a different nuance of distribution, giving students practice across a full spectrum of expression types. The problems build confidence by repeating similar structures while gradually increasing complexity. Students learn not only to distribute but also to simplify fully by combining like terms. This worksheet is excellent preparation for pre-algebra and algebra-level expression manipulation.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Mathematics – Algebraic Expressions: Combine like terms after distribution

Mathematics – Rational Number Operations: Multiply rational values

Mathematics – Variable Manipulation: Distribute with variables inside parentheses

This worksheet is part of our Distributive Property Worksheets collection.