Integer Addition & Subtraction Error Analysis | Grade 7

For Grade 7, investigate 36 integer addition/subtraction chains by locating the first incorrect equality, correcting the chain and explaining why. Eight chains contain no error.

Who it is for

Grade 7; suitable for Grade 6 only after integer addition, subtraction, opposites and parentheses have been taught.
Grade labels refer to US grades. Use the preview and prerequisite skills to select the resource for your learners.

What is included

• Includes student PDFs (21 pages per version), teacher-answer PDFs (19 pages per version) and a 7-page teacher guide.
• A4/US Letter and decorative header variants repeat the same tasks and answers, rather than adding unique content.

How to use

• Use one chain for a warm-up, a small set for partner analysis, or a written reasoning check.
• Accept equivalent correct chains and explanations.

Requirements and formats

• Grade 6 use requires prior teaching of integer operations, opposites and parentheses.
• Use a PDF reader and printer with the matching paper size at 100% / Actual Size.

Before you buy

• PDFs are printable, not fillable.
• No external account is needed for the supplied files.

Usage permission

Use of the resource is governed by the Tes Teaching Resource Licence associated with the purchase.

Digital product

Digital product; no physical item.