Solving 1 -Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

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

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Solve the equation: n + 8 = 41

Back

n = 33

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Solve the equation: z - 10 = 20

Back

z = 30

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Solve the equation: 9 + d = 16

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d = 7

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What does the variable represent in an equation?

Back

A variable represents an unknown value that we are trying to find.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, you perform the opposite operation to both sides of the equation.

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Match the expression: Tory ate 10 cheeseburgers, out of M cheeses. How many cheeseburgers are left?

Back

M - 10

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Match the expression: Mary has Q small sugar boxes and 22 large sugar boxes. How many sugar boxes does Mary have?

Back

Q + 22

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What is the first step to solve the equation: x + 5 = 12?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate x.

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What is the solution to the equation: 3y = 12?

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y = 4