One Step Equations

Front

The objective when solving an equation is to...

Back

isolate the variable.

Front

What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

Back

addition

Front

Solve for x: 4x = 8

Back

x = 2

Front

Translate: Twice a number is 24.

Back

2n = 24

Front

How would you solve this equation: 9x = 153?

Back

Divide both sides by 9.

Front

What is an equation?

Back

A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

To get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation: x + 5 = 12?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

Front

If 3x = 15, what is the value of x?

Back

x = 5

Front

What is the solution to the equation: 2n + 4 = 12?

Back

n = 4