1-Step Equations

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What is a 1-step equation?

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A 1-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in one operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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Solve the equation: 17 = x + 3

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x = 14

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What does it mean to 'solve' an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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Solve the equation: 3x = 27

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x = 9

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Write an equation for: 17 less than h equals 42.

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h - 17 = 42

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Solve the equation: 2w = 58

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w = 29

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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The inverse operation of addition is subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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The inverse operation of multiplication is division.

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Solve the equation: 4x = 44

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x = 11

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What is a variable in an equation?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an equation.