One Step Equations

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

Back

Addition

Front

Solve for r: r + 20 = 27

Back

r = 7

Front

What is the inverse operation of division?

Back

Multiplication

Front

Solve for S: S + 18 = 24

Back

S = 6 (4 + 2) or S = 6

Front

Solve for x: -3x = -9

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x = 3

Front

What is an equation?

Back

A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

To manipulate an equation to get the variable on one side by itself.

Front

What is a one-step equation?

Back

An equation that can be solved in a single operation.

Front

What is the solution to the equation x - 5 = 10?

Back

x = 15

Front

What is the solution to the equation 2y = 10?

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y = 5