2-Step Equations and Inequalities

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What is a 2-step equation?

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

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Solve for x: 2x + 3 = 11

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x = 4

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What is the first step to solve the equation: 5x - 7 = 18?

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Add 7 to both sides.

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Solve for y: 4y - 9 = -5

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y = 1

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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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 b: 3(b - 4) = -3

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b = 3

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What is the solution for x + 9 = 21?

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x = 12

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions using symbols like <, >, ≤, or ≥.

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Solve the inequality: x - 5 < 3

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x < 8

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What is the first step to solve the equation: -3x - 11 = 44?

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Add 11 to both sides.