One step Equations

Front

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 the same operation on both sides of the equation.

Front

Solve for x: x - 7 = 2

Back

x = 9

Front

Solve for n: n/12 = 4

Back

n = 48

Front

What operation would you use to isolate the variable in the equation x - 7 = 2?

Back

Add 7 to both sides.

Front

Solve for m: m - 432 = 274

Back

m = 706

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 9n = 45?

Back

Divide both sides by 9.

Front

Solve for s: s - 17 = 87

Back

s = 104

Front

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

Back

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

Front

If 9n = 45, what is the value of n?

Back

n = 5

Front

What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

Back

Addition.