Adding and Subtracting 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, typically involving addition or subtraction.

Front

Solve for x: x + 2 = 10

Back

x = 8

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

Back

Subtraction

Front

What is the first step to solve y + 25 = 80?

Back

Subtract 25 from both sides.

Front

Solve for x: x - 8 = 5

Back

x = 13

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in equations?

Back

To isolate the variable and solve the equation.

Front

Solve for j in the equation j + 68 = 100.

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j = 32

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

To manipulate an equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

Front

If x + 5 = 12, what is x?

Back

x = 7

Front

What is the solution to the equation 3 + x = 10?

Back

x = 7