Solving 2-Step Equations

Front

What is a 2-step equation?

Back

A 2-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to isolate the variable.

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 15x = 30?

Back

Divide both sides by 15.

Front

What is the solution to the equation -5t + 9 = 24?

Back

t = -3.

Front

What is the inverse operation of addition?

Back

Subtraction.

Front

What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

Back

Addition.

Front

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

Back

Division.

Front

What is the inverse operation of division?

Back

Multiplication.

Front

Solve the equation 2x - 7 = -23.

Back

x = -8.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 3x + 8 = 29?

Back

x = 7.

Front

How do you isolate the variable in the equation 3x + 8 = 29?

Back

Subtract 8 from both sides, then divide by 3.