One and Two Step Equations Flashcard

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division

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s = 34

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition

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x = 3

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction

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What is an equation?

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A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To find the value(s) of the variable that make the equation true.

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What is a variable in mathematics?

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A symbol used to represent an unknown value.

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What is a one-step equation?

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An equation that can be solved in one operation.

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What is a two-step equation?

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An equation that requires two operations to solve.