One Step Equations (Add and Subtract)

Front

What is the opposite operation of addition?

Back

Subtraction

Front

If z + 14 = 25, what is the value of z?

Back

11

Front

What is the opposite operation of multiplication?

Back

Division

Front

If a + 4 = 14, what is the value of a?

Back

10

Front

To solve the equation a - 4 = 35, what operation would you perform?

Back

Add 4 to both sides

Front

What is the first step to isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

Perform the inverse operation of the constant added or subtracted from the variable.

Front

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

Back

Substitute the solution back into the original equation.

Front

What is the solution to the equation x - 7 = 3?

Back

10

Front

In the equation 5 + y = 12, what is the value of y?

Back

7

Front

What does it mean to 'isolate the variable' in an equation?

Back

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