Solving One Step Equations

Front

What is a one-step equation?

Back

A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

Front

Solve the equation: x + 7 = 12

Back

x = 5

Front

What operation would you use to isolate x in the equation x + 7 = 12?

Back

Subtract 7 from both sides.

Front

Solve the equation: 4p = 16

Back

p = 4

Front

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

Back

Division.

Front

Solve the equation: 18 = 3b

Back

b = 6

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 2y = 18?

Back

Divide both sides by 2.

Front

Solve the equation: 2y = 18

Back

y = 9

Front

Solve the equation: +5 = 2 + n

Back

n = 3

Front

What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

Back

To isolate the variable and find its value.