Single Variable Multi-Step Problems

Front

What is a single variable equation?

Back

An equation that contains only one variable, such as x or y, and can be solved to find the value of that variable.

Front

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

Back

To manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 5b - 6 = 24?

Back

Add 6 to both sides.

Front

How do you solve the equation x/3 + 5 = -1?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides, then multiply by 3 to isolate x.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 4s = 20?

Back

s = 5.

Front

How do you solve for x in the equation x/5 - 13 = 20?

Back

Add 13 to both sides, then multiply by 5.

Front

What is the purpose of checking your solution in an equation?

Back

To verify that the solution satisfies the original equation.

Front

What does it mean to perform the same operation on both sides of an equation?

Back

To maintain the equality of the equation by applying the same mathematical operation to both sides.

Front

What is the solution to the equation x + 4 = 10?

Back

x = 6.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 2y + 4 = 12?

Back

Subtract 4 from each side.