Two Step Equations

Front

What is a two-step equation?

Back

A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 2x + 3 = 11?

Back

Subtract 3 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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What is the second step in solving the equation 2x = 8?

Back

Divide both sides by 2 to solve for x.

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Solve for x: 3x - 4 = 5

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x = 3

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Solve for a: 5a + 10 = 0

Back

a = -2

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side by itself.

Front

Solve for b: 2b + 6 = 14

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b = 4

Front

What is the purpose of performing the same operation on both sides of an equation?

Back

To maintain the equality of the equation.

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Solve for x: 4x - 8 = 0

Back

x = 2

Front

Identify the first step to solve the equation x/3 + 2 = 5.

Back

Subtract 2 from both sides.