One-Step Equations Word Problems

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you solve for a variable in a one-step equation?

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To solve for a variable, perform the inverse operation on both sides of the equation to isolate the variable.

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What does it mean to 'decrease' a number?

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To decrease a number means to subtract a certain value from it.

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What is the product of a number?

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The product of a number is the result of multiplying that number by another number.

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How do you represent 'a number b decreased by 14' in an equation?

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b - 14

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What is the equation for 'the product of a number x and 8'?

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8x

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If Jessica baked 10 dozen cookies, how many cookies did she bake in total?

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120 cookies (10 dozen x 12 cookies per dozen).

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How do you find 1/8 of a total?

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Multiply the total by 1/8.

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If Henry buys 2 pounds of cashews at $4.99 a pound, how do you calculate the total cost?

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Multiply the price per pound by the number of pounds: 2 x $4.99 = $9.98.

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What does it mean to 'take the rest' in a word problem?

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It means to subtract the portion that is not taken from the total amount.