One-Step Equation Word Problems

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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, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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How do you represent a word problem as an equation?

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Identify the unknown quantity, assign a variable to it, and translate the words into a mathematical expression or equation.

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What does the variable 'x' typically represent in equations?

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The variable 'x' represents an unknown quantity that we are trying to solve for in an equation.

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What is the equation to find how much money Cicely received if she had $22.50 and now has $32?

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22.50 + x = 32

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

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How do you find the price of one item when given the total price for multiple items?

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Divide the total price by the number of items.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the equation to find how many tape measures Jalen can buy with $18 if each costs $4.50?

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4.50x = 18

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

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What is the sum of the interior angles of a pentagon?

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The sum of the interior angles of a pentagon is 540 degrees.

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How do you find the measure of each angle in a regular pentagon?

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Divide the sum of the interior angles (540 degrees) by the number of angles (5).

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What equation represents how much more Andrew needs to save for an IPOD costing $145 if he has saved $55?

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55 + x = 145

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

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What is the first step in solving a one-step equation?

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Isolate the variable by performing the inverse operation.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7