One Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

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What is the goal when solving one-step equations?

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

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Solve the equation: x + 7 = 12

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x = 5

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Solve the equation: 5x = 25

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x = 5

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Which equation represents: James worked 35 hours in 5 days?

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5h = 35

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Solve the equation: 8 = x + 1

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x = 7

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Solve the equation: n - 4 = 12

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n = 16

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What operation would you use to solve x + 7 = 12?

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Subtract 7 from both sides.

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What operation would you use to solve 5x = 25?

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Divide both sides by 5.

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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.