Two-Step Equations

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What is a two-step equation?

Back

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

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2x - 3 = 5?

Back

Add 3 to both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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Solve for x: 2x + 3 = 5

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x = 1

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What is the solution to the equation 33 = -4x + 1?

Back

x = -8

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What is the first step to solve the equation 11 - 3x = 44?

Back

Subtract 11 from both sides.

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Identify the steps to solve for b in the equation 5b - 6 = 4.

Back

Add 6 to both sides and then divide both sides by 5.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side by itself.

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Solve for x: 3x - 4 = 11

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x = 5.

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What is the solution to the equation 2 - 3 = 5?

Back

This equation is incorrect; it does not have a solution.

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What is the second step to solve the equation 2x - 3 = 5 after adding 3 to both sides?

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Divide both sides by 2.