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 the same operation on both sides of the equation.

Front

Solve for x: x + 8 = 15

Back

x = 7

Front

Solve for n: 1/2 n = 10

Back

n = 20

Front

Solve for y: 6y = 42

Back

y = 7

Front

Solve for y: 13 + y = 20

Back

y = 7

Front

Solve for n: 5n = 30

Back

n = 6

Front

What operation would you use to isolate x in the equation x + 8 = 15?

Back

Subtract 8 from both sides.

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 1/2 n = 10?

Back

Multiply both sides by 2.

Front

In the equation 6y = 42, what is the operation to find y?

Back

Divide both sides by 6.

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

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