Two Step Equations

Front

What is a two-step equation?

Back

A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 3c + 5 = 23?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

Front

Solve for c: 3c + 5 = 23.

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c = 6

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What is the first step to solve the equation 11 - 3x = 44?

Back

Subtract 11 from both sides.

Front

What is the solution for x in the equation 11 - 3x = 44?

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x = -11

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What are the steps to solve for b in the equation 5b - 6 = 24?

Back

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

Front

Solve for b: 5b - 6 = 24.

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b = 6

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2n + 10 = -2?

Back

Subtract 10 from both sides.

Front

Solve for n: 2n + 10 = -2.

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n = -6

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What is the first step to solve the equation 6z + 3 - 4z = 9?

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Combine like terms.