One-Step Equations

Front

Solve for x: -2x = -20

Back

x = 10

Front

If 5x = 25, what is the first step to solve for x?

Back

Divide by 5 on both sides

Front

What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

Back

Addition

Front

If x + 2 = 12, what is the first step to solve for x?

Back

Subtract 2 from both sides

Front

If x - 7 = -4, what is the first step to solve for x?

Back

Add 7 to both sides

Front

What is an equation?

Back

A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

Front

What does it mean to solve an equation?

Back

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

Front

What is the first step in solving x + 5 = 15?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

Front

What is the first step in solving 3x = 12?

Back

Divide by 3 on both sides.

Front

What is the solution to the equation x - 4 = 10?

Back

x = 14