Solving 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 operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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Solve for x: x + 3 = 7

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x = 4

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Solve for y: 12 - y = 5

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y = 7

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction

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Solve for p: 4p = 20

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p = 5

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What is the solution to the equation: 9 = 3x?

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x = 3

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Solve for x: 5x - 10 = 0

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x = 2

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate an equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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Solve for z: z/4 = 2

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z = 8

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What is the solution to the equation: 6 = 2y + 2?

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y = 2