Two Step Equations w/ some distribute

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What is a two-step equation?

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

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the first step in solving the equation -3x - 12 = 15?

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Add 12 to both sides.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the second step in solving the equation -3x - 12 = 15?

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Divide by -3 on both sides.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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How do you isolate the variable in a two-step equation?

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You perform inverse operations to move constants away from the variable.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does it mean to simplify an equation?

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To simplify an equation means to combine like terms and reduce it to its simplest form.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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What is the solution to the equation -3x - 12 = 15?

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-9

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What operation would you perform to both sides of the equation to eliminate -12 in -3x - 12 = 15?

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Add 12 to both sides.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

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If you have -3x = 27, what is the next step to solve for x?

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Divide by -3 on both sides.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

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Inverse operations help to isolate the variable and solve the equation.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does the left side of the equation -3x - 12 simplify to when x = -9?

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6.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C