One Step Equation Word Problems

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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, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you represent a word problem as an equation?

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Identify the unknown variable, translate the words into mathematical operations, and set up an equation.

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What does 'let d be the decimal number' mean in a word problem?

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It means that 'd' is the variable representing the unknown decimal number we need to find.

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How do you solve for a variable in an equation?

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Isolate the variable on one side of the equation using inverse operations.

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What is the formula for area of a rectangle?

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A = l × w, where A is the area, l is the length, and w is the width.

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What does '1/10 off' mean in a sale?

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It means the item is being sold for 10% less than its original price.

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How do you find the total distance when partitioning?

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Use the equation total distance = number of parts × distance per part.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the key information.

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What does 'd + 0.56 = 0.8' represent in a word problem?

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It represents an equation where a decimal number d is increased by 0.56 to equal 0.8.

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How do you calculate the savings from a discount?

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Multiply the original price by the discount rate to find the amount saved.