One/Two Step Equations Review

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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Solve for x: x + 5 = 10

Back

x = 5

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What is a two-step equation?

Back

A two-step equation requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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Solve for x: 2x = 8

Back

x = 4

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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Solve for r: r - 3 = 7

Back

r = 10

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What is the first step to solve the equation x/4 = 3?

Back

Multiply both sides by 4.

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Solve for a: 6 - 3a = 21

Back

a = -5

Front

What is the solution to the equation x - 12 = -4?

Back

x = 8

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How do you check your solution for an equation?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.