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.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 7k - 14 = 42?

Back

Add 14 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the second step to solve the equation 7k = 56?

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Divide both sides by 7.

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Solve: 2x + 10 = 16

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x = 3

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What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

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To find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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Solve: x/4 + 2 = 42

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x = 160

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2t - 7 = 3?

Back

Add 7 to both sides of the equation.

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Solve: 2t = 10

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t = 5

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What does it mean to 'solve' an equation?

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To find the value of the variable that satisfies the equation.

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Solve: x/7 - 2 = 8

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x = 70