One Step Equations

Front

What is a one-step equation?

Back

A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step by performing an inverse operation to isolate the variable.

Front

Solve the equation: k + 8 = 15

Back

k = 7

Front

Solve the equation: 20.5 = x + 4

Back

x = 16.5

Front

What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

Back

Addition

Front

If k is divided by 11, how do you isolate k?

Back

Multiply both sides by 11.

Front

Solve the equation: x + 9 = 21

Back

x = 12

Front

What is the purpose of using inverse operations in equations?

Back

To isolate the variable and solve the equation.

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

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

Front

Solve the equation: 3x = 12

Back

x = 4

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation: x - 5 = 10?

Back

Add 5 to both sides.