Solving Multi-Step Equations Challenge

What is the first step in solving a two-step equation?

• Divide by the coefficient

• Multiply by the coefficient

• Subtract the constant

• Add the constant

If you have -39 and you subtract 3, what is the result?

• -42

• -36

• -39

• -33

What is the result of dividing -42 by -7?

• 6

• 0

• -6

• -7

What is a common error when multiplying a negative number by another negative number?

• Adding the numbers instead

• Forgetting to multiply

• Dropping the negative sign

• Multiplying by zero

What is the result of -3 times -6?

• -9

• 18

• 0

• -18

When combining like terms, what should you do first?

• Divide the terms

• Combine coefficients with variables

• Combine constants

• Distribute the constants

What is the result of combining 4y and -2y?

• 2y

• 6y

• -2y

• 0

What is the result of combining -12 and 15?

• -27

• 27

• -3

• 3

What should you do if you have variables on both sides of the equation?

• Eliminate the constant first

• Combine the variables first

• Distribute the constants first

• Divide by the coefficient first

What is the final step in solving an equation with variables on both sides?

• Combine the variables

• Add the constants

• Multiply by the coefficient

• Divide by the coefficient