One-Step Equations

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing one or more variables.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What is a variable in an equation?

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A variable is a symbol, often represented by a letter, that stands for an unknown value in an equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.5

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.

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CCSS.3.OA.C.7

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What is the inverse operation of division?

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Multiplication.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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You isolate a variable by performing inverse operations to both sides of the equation until the variable is alone on one side.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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How can you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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You can check your solution by substituting the value back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5