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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Solve for y: 4y - 9 = -36

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y = -4

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What is the first step to solve the equation 3n + 4 = 7?

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Subtract 4 from both sides to isolate the term with n.

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Solve for w: 2w + 4 = 16

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w = 6

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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Solve for z: 0 = 8z + 8

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z = -1

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What is the solution to the equation 3c + 5 = 23?

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c = 6

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What is the second step in solving the equation 4y + 9 = -36?

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Add 9 to both sides after isolating the term with y.

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What is the purpose of checking your solution in an equation?

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To verify that the solution satisfies the original equation.

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Solve for x: 5x - 10 = 0

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x = 2