One-Step Addition and Subtraction Equations Practice

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation y - 33 = 147?

Back

Add 33 to both sides of the equation.

Front

How do you isolate the variable in the equation f - 12 = -4?

Back

Add 12 to both sides of the equation.

Front

What is the solution to the equation x + 5 = 10?

Back

x = 5.

Front

What is the objective when solving an equation?

Back

To isolate the variable.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 13 + y = 20?

Back

y = 7.

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

To manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

Front

What operation would you perform to solve the equation x - 4 = 10?

Back

Add 4 to both sides.

Front

If you have the equation 2y = 14, what is the first step to solve for y?

Back

Divide both sides by 2.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 5 + z = 12?

Back

z = 7.

Front

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

Back

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