1 and 2 Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single step, typically by performing an inverse operation (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division) to isolate the variable.

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation requires two operations to isolate the variable. It usually involves first eliminating a constant and then performing a multiplication or division.

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w = 2

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x = 9

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d = 7

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x = 48

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w = 11

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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The inverse operation of addition is subtraction.

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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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How do you check the solution of an equation?

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To check the solution, substitute the value of the variable back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.