Two-Step Equations

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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How do you isolate a variable in a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operations in the reverse order of how they are applied.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the first step to solve the equation 6x + 7 = 331?

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Subtract 7 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does the variable 'x' represent in the equation 7x + 10 = 24?

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The variable 'x' represents the cost of each pencil.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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How do you check your solution for a two-step equation?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the solution to the equation 7p + 9 = 40.5?

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The solution is p = 4.5.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the process to solve the equation 15 = 2a + 7?

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First, subtract 7 from both sides, then divide by 2 to find 'a'.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does the equation 3x - 7 = 32 represent in a real-world context?

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It can represent a situation where a certain number of items (x) are reduced by 7 to equal 32.

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What is the importance of writing an equation from a word problem?

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Writing an equation helps to translate a real-world situation into a mathematical form that can be solved.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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The inverse operation of addition is subtraction.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1