Multi-step Equations

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What is a multi-step equation?

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A multi-step equation is an equation that requires more than one step to solve, often involving operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

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What does it mean if an equation has no solution?

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An equation has no solution when there are no values for the variable that can satisfy the equation, often resulting in a contradiction.

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What does it mean if an equation has infinitely many solutions?

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An equation has infinitely many solutions when any value for the variable satisfies the equation, often resulting in a true statement for all values.

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Solve the equation: 4(-8x + 5) = -32x - 26

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no solution

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Solve the equation: 4 - 6x - 2 = -2(3x - 1)

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infinitely many solutions

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Solve the equation: 3x + 2(4x - 4) = 3

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1

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Solve the equation: 2x - 3 + 4x = 27

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5

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Solve the equation: 2x + 3(5x - 7) = 47

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4

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

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The first step is often to simplify both sides of the equation by combining like terms or distributing.

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What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

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Isolating the variable helps to find its value by getting it alone on one side of the equation.