One Step Equation Word Problems

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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, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you represent a word problem as an equation?

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Identify the unknown variable, translate the words into mathematical operations, and set up an equation.

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What does 'decreased by' mean in a mathematical context?

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'Decreased by' indicates subtraction. For example, 'm decreased by 6' translates to m - 6.

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What does 'divided by' mean in a mathematical context?

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'Divided by' indicates division. For example, '276 divided by 12' translates to 276 ÷ 12.

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How do you solve for a variable in a one-step equation?

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To solve for a variable, perform the inverse operation on both sides of the equation.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the relevant information.

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What does 'each' imply in a word problem?

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'Each' implies division or distribution among a certain number of groups.

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How do you find the total number of items when given the number in each group?

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Multiply the number of items in each group by the total number of groups.

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What is the equation for finding the total when given the number of groups and items per group?

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Total = Number of groups × Items per group.

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What does 'on sale for' indicate in a word problem?

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'On sale for' indicates a discount, which can be calculated by finding the percentage of the original price.