Flashcard on One-Step Equations with Integers

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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 operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operation on both sides of the equation to get the variable by itself.

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What is the solution to the equation d - 70 = -2?

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The solution is d = 68.

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What is the solution to the equation m - 7 = 1?

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The solution is m = 8.

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How do you solve the equation -14 = -7a?

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Divide both sides by -7 to get a = 2.

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What is the solution to the equation -3n = -45?

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The solution is n = 15.

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How do you solve for y in the equation -99 = 99y?

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Divide both sides by 99 to get y = -1.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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The inverse operation of subtraction is addition.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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The inverse operation of multiplication is division.

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What does it mean to balance an equation?

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Balancing an equation means ensuring that both sides of the equation are equal by performing the same operation on both sides.