Understanding One-Step Equations with Negative X

The video tutorial explains how to solve one-step equations involving negative X or the opposite of X. It covers two methods of interpreting the equation, demonstrates solving steps by isolating the variable, and provides examples with variables on different sides. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the concept of the opposite of X and concludes with a clarification of the methods used.

What are the two ways to interpret the equation involving Negative X?

• X equals positive 5 and the opposite of X equals negative 5

• X equals positive 5 and the opposite of X equals positive 5

• X equals negative 5 and the opposite of X equals negative 5

• X equals zero and the opposite of X equals zero

What is the first step in solving the equation by rewriting it?

• Rewrite the equation as -1 * X = positive 5

• Multiply by -1 on both sides

• Add 1 to both sides

• Subtract 1 from both sides

How do you isolate the variable X in the equation -1 * X = positive 5?

• Add 5 to both sides

• Multiply both sides by 1

• Divide both sides by -1

• Subtract 5 from both sides

What is the solution to the equation -1 * X = positive 5?

• X = 0

• X = -5

• X = 5

• X = 10

How can the negative sign in the equation be interpreted?

• As an addition operation

• As a division operation

• As the opposite of the variable

• As a subtraction operation

In the second example, what is the initial form of the equation?

• -8 = 1 * X

• 8 = -1 * X

• 8 = 1 * X

• -8 = -1 * X

What is the solution to the equation -8 = -1 * X?

• X = -8

• X = 8

• X = 0

• X = -1

How do you isolate X in the equation -8 = -1 * X?

• Add 8 to both sides

• Multiply both sides by -1

• Divide both sides by -1

• Subtract 8 from both sides

What is the standard way to write the solution 8 = X?

• X = 8

• 8 = X

• X = 0

• X = -8

What is the key concept in solving one-step equations involving Negative X?

• Adding numbers to both sides

• Multiplying by zero

• Isolating the variable

• Subtracting numbers from both sides