One step equations (addition and subtraction)

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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 or subtraction.

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Solve the equation: c - 21 = 45

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c = 66

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What is the first step to solve the equation: 12 = g - 56?

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Add 56 to both sides to isolate g.

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Solve the equation: x - 2 = 12

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x = 14

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

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Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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Solve the equation: 72 = 24 + w

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w = 48

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction is the inverse operation of addition.

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Solve the equation: r + 20 = 27

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r = 7

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

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Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate x.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition is the inverse operation of subtraction.