SOLVE ONE AND TWO STEP EQUATIONS

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What is a one-step equation?

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An equation that can be solved in one operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is a two-step equation?

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An equation that requires two operations to isolate the variable.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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By performing inverse operations to both sides of the equation.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 14x + 8 = -6?

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Subtract 8 from each side.

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What is the solution to the equation x/3 - 13 = 20?

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x = 99.

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How do you solve the equation 6p - 5 = 13?

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Add 5 to both sides, then divide by 6.

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What is the first step to solve x - 11 = 123?

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Add 11 to each side.

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What is the solution to the equation -5x = 45?

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x = -9.

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What does it mean to perform inverse operations?

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To use the opposite operation to eliminate a term from one side of the equation.

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What is the purpose of showing your work in solving equations?

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To demonstrate the steps taken to arrive at the solution.