Two-Step Equations

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to isolate the variable and solve for its value.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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How do you isolate a variable in a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable in a two-step equation, perform the inverse operations in the reverse order of how they are applied to the variable.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the first step to solve the equation 3x - 7 = 32?

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The first step is to add 7 to both sides of the equation.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the solution to the equation 7p + 9 = 40.5?

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The solution is p = 4.5.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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How can you represent a word problem as an equation?

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Identify the quantities involved, define variables for unknowns, and translate the relationships into an algebraic equation.

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

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What does the equation 6x + 7 = 331 represent in a word problem?

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It represents the total number of students on a field trip, where x is the number of students per bus.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What operation would you perform to solve the equation x - 62 = 123?

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You would add 62 to both sides of the equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is a tape diagram and how is it used in solving equations?

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A tape diagram is a visual representation that helps to illustrate the relationships between quantities in a problem, making it easier to set up equations.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the importance of checking your solution after solving an equation?

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Checking your solution ensures that the value you found satisfies the original equation, confirming its correctness.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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The inverse operation of addition is subtraction.