2-Step Equations

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What is a 2-step equation?

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A 2-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable. It typically involves addition or subtraction followed by multiplication or division.

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Solve: 5w + 12 = 47

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w = 7

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Add 8 to both sides to isolate the term with x.

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x = 120

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What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

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Isolating the variable allows us to find its value by simplifying the equation to one side.

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Solve: 3 + 2x = 11

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x = 4

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What is the second step to solve the equation 4x + 7 = 23?

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Subtract 7 from both sides to isolate the term with x.

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Solve: 4x + 7 = 23

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x = 4

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What does it mean to 'balance' an equation?

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Balancing an equation means performing the same operation on both sides to maintain equality.

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x = 15