4th Mini Flashcard - One step equations (addition and subtraction)

Front

2 = z – 14

Back

z = 16

Front

Solve the equation: a - 40 = 57

Back

a = 97

Front

16 = n + 6

Back

n = 10

Front

What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

Back

Addition

Front

Solve the equation: c - 21 = 45

Back

c = 66

Front

What is an equation?

Back

A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

Front

What does it mean to solve an equation?

Back

To find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation x + 5 = 12?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

Front

What is the solution to the equation x + 5 = 12?

Back

x = 7

Front

What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

Back

To isolate the variable and find its value.