Two Step Equations

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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 operations to solve for the variable.

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x = 6

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Add x to both sides to isolate the variable.

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x = 28

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What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

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To find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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x = 16

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Add 19 to both sides of the equation.

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x = 55

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What does it mean to 'balance' an equation?

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To perform the same operation on both sides of the equation to maintain equality.

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x = 9