Solving Two-Step Equations

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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. It typically involves addition or subtraction followed by multiplication or division.

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

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To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations in the reverse order of operations. First, eliminate any constant added or subtracted from the variable, then divide or multiply to solve for the variable.

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Solve the equation: 2x - 3 = 1

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x = 2

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Solve the equation: 15 = 2a + 7

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a = 4

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Solve the equation: 3c + 5 = 23

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c = 6

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x = 5

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Solve the equation: 4y + 1 = 13

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y = 3

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2x - 3 = 1?

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Add 3 to both sides of the equation to eliminate the constant.

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What is the second step to solve the equation 2x - 3 = 1 after isolating the variable?

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Divide both sides by 2 to solve for x.

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What does it mean to check your solution in a two-step equation?

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Checking your solution means substituting the value back into the original equation to verify that both sides are equal.