One-Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step by performing an inverse operation.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

Back

Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

Back

Addition.

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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 5 = 12?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

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If Robyn had some video games and bought 4 more to have a total of 10, what equation represents this situation?

Back

v + 4 = 10.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 765 = p - 254?

Back

Add 254 to both sides.

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What is the solution to the equation x - 3 = 7?

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x = 10.

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What is the solution to the equation 4y = 20?

Back

y = 5.

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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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What is the solution to the equation 2x + 6 = 14?

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x = 4.