Writing One Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division to isolate the variable.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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How do you represent a situation where a cost per item is given?

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You can represent it using a multiplication equation, where the total cost equals the cost per item multiplied by the number of items.

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

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What equation would you use to find the total cost of 'p' pounds of oranges if each pound costs $2?

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The equation is 2p = total cost.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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If Martin earns $14 per hour, how would you express the total earnings for 'h' hours worked?

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The equation is 14h = total earnings.

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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What is the purpose of using a variable in an equation?

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A variable represents an unknown quantity that we are trying to solve for in the equation.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

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How can you express the relationship between total money earned and money already possessed?

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You can express it as x + initial amount = total amount, where x is the money earned.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What does the equation y = 3.5x represent in a real-world context?

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This equation represents the total earnings (y) based on the number of subscriptions sold (x) at a rate of $3.50 per subscription.

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How do you set up an equation to find the total bill when dividing it among friends?

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You can set it up as total bill (x) divided by number of people = amount paid by each person.

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

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What is the equation to find the total bill if each of the 4 friends paid $13?

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The equation is x/4 = 13.

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

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What is the first step in solving a one-step equation?

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The first step is to isolate the variable by performing the inverse operation of what is being done to the variable.

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