Understanding One-Step Equations

The video tutorial explains how to solve the one-step equation X + 8 = 5. It begins with a fast motion demonstration of subtracting 8 from both sides to isolate X, resulting in X = -3. The tutorial then provides a slow-motion, detailed explanation of using opposite operations to solve the equation. Finally, it verifies the solution by substituting -3 back into the original equation to ensure the result is correct.

What is the first step in solving the equation X + 8 = 5?

• Add 8 to both sides

• Subtract 8 from both sides

• Multiply both sides by 8

• Divide both sides by 8

Why do we use opposite operations when solving equations?

• To change the equation

• To add more variables

• To isolate the variable

• To make the equation more complex

What happens when you subtract 8 from both sides of the equation X + 8 = 5?

• X becomes -3

• X becomes 0

• X becomes 5

• X becomes 8

How do you handle different signs when subtracting numbers?

• Multiply the numbers

• Ignore the signs

• Subtract and take the sign of the larger number

• Add the numbers

What is the result of 5 - 8?

• 13

• -3

• 3

• -13

Why is it important to verify your solution in an equation?

• To ensure the solution is correct

• To make the equation longer

• To add more variables

• To change the equation

What should you do after finding the value of X in an equation?

• Change the value

• Multiply it by 2

• Ignore it

• Verify by plugging it back into the original equation