Solving Two-Step Equations with Fractions

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

• Divide both sides by the leading coefficient

• Add or subtract to isolate the term with the variable

• Multiply by the reciprocal of the fraction

• Square both sides of the equation

What operation is used to isolate the term with the variable in the first example?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Division

What is the reciprocal of 3/5?

• 2/3

• 5/3

• 3/2

• 3/5

After multiplying by the reciprocal, what is the value of X in the first example?

• 41.67

• 125/3

• 75

• 83.33

What is the result of 5/3 times 25 in the first example?

• 41.67

• 150

• 125

• 83.33

In the second example, what operation is performed to move constants to the right side of the equation?

• Subtraction

• Addition

• Division

• Multiplication

What is the reciprocal of 2/3 used in the second example?

• 3/5

• 2/3

• 3/2

• 5/3

What is the final value of X in the second example?

• 36

• 24

• 18

• 12

What is the result of 3/2 times 12 in the second example?

• 6

• 36

• 24

• 18

Which operation is used to eliminate the fraction in both examples?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Multiplication by the reciprocal

• Division by the coefficient