Solving 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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What is the first step in solving the equation 4a - 7 = 33?

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Add 7 to both sides of the equation.

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How do you isolate the variable in the equation 6 - 3a = 21?

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Subtract 6 from both sides and then divide by -3.

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What does it mean to 'solve for n' in the equation 6n + 4 = -26?

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It means to find the value of n that makes the equation true.

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What is the solution to the equation -3a + 8 = 14?

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a = -2.

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What operation do you perform first in the equation 3x - 5 = 20?

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Add 5 to both sides.

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What is the purpose of balancing an equation?

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To ensure that both sides of the equation remain equal after performing operations.

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What is the solution to the equation 33 = 4a - 7?

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a = 10.

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What does it mean to 'isolate the variable'?

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To manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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What is the second step in solving the equation 6n + 4 = -26 after subtracting 4?

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Divide both sides by 6.