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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z=-4

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Subtract 2 from both sides to isolate the term with x.

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x=-16

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

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Isolating the variable allows us to find its value by simplifying the equation.

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Solve for w: 4w-9=-9

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w=0

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Add 9 to both sides to isolate the term with w.

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t=5

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What does it mean to 'balance' an equation?

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Balancing an equation means performing the same operation on both sides to maintain equality.

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Solve for y: 3y-2=-29

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y=-9