Solving Two Step Equations

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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How do you isolate a variable in a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations in the reverse order of operations.

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Solve for m: -15 = -4m + 5

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m = 5

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Solve for a: -3a + 6 = 0

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a = 2

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Solve for a: 2a - 4 = -10

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a = -3

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What is the first step to solve the equation 5b + 6 = 26?

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Subtract 6 from both sides.

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Solve for b: 5b + 6 = 26

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b = 4

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

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Inverse operations are used to undo the operations applied to the variable, allowing us to isolate it.

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Solve for v: 10 - 6v = -104

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v = 19

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Identify the steps to solve for b: 5b - 6 = 14

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Add 6 to both sides and then divide by 5.