One and Two Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

An equation that can be solved in a single step, typically by performing an inverse operation.

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What is a two-step equation?

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An equation that requires two steps to solve, usually involving two inverse operations.

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Solve for d: 6d = 24

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d = 4

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Solve for x: 2x + 6 = 12

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x = 3

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Solve for x: x + 7 = 12

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x = 5

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Solve for p: 4p = 16

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p = 4

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

Back

Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

Back

Division.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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Perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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