Solving One Step Equation Word Problems

The video tutorial covers solving one-step equations derived from word problems. It introduces key concepts such as identifying the operation needed (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division) and translating words into mathematical equations. The tutorial provides step-by-step solutions to various problems, emphasizing the importance of maintaining balance in equations. Real-life examples are used to illustrate the application of these concepts, helping students understand how to approach and solve similar problems in practical situations.

What does the word 'is' represent in a one-step equation?

• Multiplication

• Equal sign

• Subtraction

• Addition

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If the sum of a number N and 15 is 54, what is the value of N?

• 54

• 69

• 39

• 15

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In the equation 14 less than X is -24, what is the value of X?

• -38

• 10

• -10

• 38

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If a number divided by -5 is 15, what is the number?

• -75

• 75

• -15

• 15

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What operation would you use to solve the equation: the product of -6 and a number is 60?

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Addition

• Division

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A movie makes a profit of 3.2 million dollars, which is 2.7 million dollars more than it cost to make. What is the cost to make the movie?

• 0.5 million dollars

• 3.2 million dollars

• 5.9 million dollars

• 2.7 million dollars

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If you make $5.50 per hour babysitting, how many hours do you need to work to make $46.75?

• 8 hours

• 8.5 hours

• 9 hours

• 7.5 hours

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The drop on the Diamondback roller coaster is 81 feet lower than the drop on the Beast, which is -215 feet. What is the drop on the Beast?

• 296 feet

• -134 feet

• -296 feet

• 134 feet

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A rectangle has an area of 66.5 cm² and a width of 7 cm. What is the length?

• 10.5 cm

• 7.5 cm

• 9.5 cm

• 8.5 cm

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If you check your solution and it does not work out, what should you do?

• Ignore it

• Ask for help

• Recalculate the answer

• Change the equation

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