One and Two Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step, typically by performing one 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 is an algebraic equation that requires two steps to solve, usually involving an initial inverse operation followed by a second operation to isolate the variable.

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p = 4

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b = 4

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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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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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The inverse operation of addition is subtraction.

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x = 5

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y = 7

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Subtract 7 from both sides.

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Divide both sides by 4.