Solving 2 Step Equations

Front

What is the FIRST step in solving the equation X + 8 = 15?

Back

Subtract 8 from each side.

Front

Solve for x: 4x + 1 = 5

Back

x = 1

Front

Solve for x: 2x + 6 = 12

Back

x = 3

Front

Solve for x: 2x - 3 = 1

Back

x = 2

Front

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

Back

To get the variable by itself on one side of the equation.

Front

What is the purpose of performing the same operation on both sides of an equation?

Back

To maintain the equality of the equation.

Front

If you have the equation x - 4 = 10, what is the first step to solve for x?

Back

Add 4 to both sides.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 3x = 12?

Back

x = 4

Front

What is the solution to the equation x + 5 = 12?

Back

x = 7

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 5x - 2 = 3?

Back

Add 2 to both sides.