Two-Step Equations with Distributive Property

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Distributive property formula

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a(b + c) = ab + ac

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Example of distributive property

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3(x + 4) = 3x + 12

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Solving 2(x + 3) = 14

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Distribute: 2x + 6 = 14

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Next step: 2x + 6 = 14

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Subtract 6 from both sides

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Result after subtracting 6: 2x + 6 = 14

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2x = 8

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Solution of 2x = 8

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x = 4

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Combining like terms

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Simplifying expressions by adding/subtracting similar terms

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Example of like terms

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4x and 7x

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Solving 3x + 2x = 25

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Combine like terms: 5x = 25

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Solution of 5x = 25

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x = 5