Solving One-step Equations

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Solve: 19 + a = -50

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a = -69

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A mathematical sentence that contains an equal sign is a(n) _____________.

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equation

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A __________ is a symbol, usually a letter, used to represent an unknown number.

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variable

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An inverse operation...

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is the opposite operation used to solve an equation.

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Solve: y + 9 = -10

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y = -19

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What is the first step to solve the equation x - 5 = 10?

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Add 5 to both sides.

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What do you call the number that is added to a variable in an equation?

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coefficient

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In the equation 3x = 12, what is the value of x?

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x = 4

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What is the solution to the equation 7 + b = 15?

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b = 8

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What is the term for the number on the right side of an equation?

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constant