Multi-Step Equations Word Problems

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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 to combine like terms?

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Combining like terms means to simplify an expression by adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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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 and eliminating parentheses.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, you perform inverse operations to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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What is the importance of checking your solution in an equation?

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Checking your solution ensures that the value you found satisfies the original equation, confirming its correctness.

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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a narrative or real-life scenario, requiring interpretation and translation into a mathematical equation.

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How do you set up an equation from a word problem?

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To set up an equation from a word problem, identify the variables, translate the words into mathematical operations, and write an equation that represents the situation.

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What is the formula to calculate total cost in a scenario with a fixed fee and a variable cost?

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Total Cost = Fixed Fee + (Variable Cost per Unit × Number of Units).

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What does it mean to distribute in an equation?

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Distributing means to multiply a term by each term inside parentheses, applying the distributive property.

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What is the significance of the equal sign in an equation?

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The equal sign indicates that the expressions on both sides of the equation have the same value.