2 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. It typically involves addition or subtraction followed by multiplication or division.

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x = -5

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c = 6

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Add 6 to both sides and divide both sides by 5.

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x = 13

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-19x + 1

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Subtract 4 from both sides.

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

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Isolating the 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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y = 2

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x = 15