Solving One-Step Equation Adding and Subtracting

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single step, typically by adding or subtracting a number from both sides.

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What is the goal when solving an equation?

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The goal is to isolate the variable (usually x) on one side of the equation to find its value.

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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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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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If x + 5 = 12, what is the first step to solve for x?

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Subtract 5 from both sides.

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If x - 3 = 10, what is the first step to solve for x?

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Add 3 to both sides.

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What is the solution to the equation 4.9 = x + 1.5?

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x = 3.4.

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What is the solution to the equation x - 12 = 34?

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x = 46.

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What is the solution to the equation x + 22 = 64?

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x = 42.