Addition and Subtraction One-step equations

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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 by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

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Solve the equation: 5 = x + 3

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x = 2

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

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Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side by itself, making it easier to solve.

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Solve the equation: x - 7 = 2

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x = 9

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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The inverse operation of addition is subtraction.

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Solve the equation: 12 = y + 4

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y = 8

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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The inverse operation of subtraction is addition.

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Solve the equation: z + 10 = 15

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z = 5

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What is the purpose of using equations in mathematics?

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Equations are used to represent relationships between quantities and to solve for unknown values.

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Solve the equation: 3x = 12

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x = 4