2-Step Equations & Inequalities

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What is a 2-step equation?

Back

A 2-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation until the variable is alone.

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Solve for x: 2x + 3 = 11

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x = 4

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What is an inequality?

Back

An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions, showing that one is greater than, less than, or not equal to the other.

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Solve for y: 3y - 5 < 10

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y < 5.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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Solve for z: z/4 + 2 = 5

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z = 12

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What is the first step in solving the equation 5x + 2 = 17?

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Subtract 2 from both sides to get 5x = 15.

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Solve for a: 4a - 8 = 0

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a = 2

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What is the solution to the inequality x + 3 > 7?

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x > 4.