One Step Equation

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step, typically involving basic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, you perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation until the variable is alone on one side.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 17 = x + 3?

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Subtract 3 from both sides to isolate x.

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What is the solution to the equation x - 32 = 49?

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x = 81, found by adding 32 to both sides.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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What is the solution to the equation x + 12 = 20?

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x = 8, found by subtracting 12 from both sides.

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What is the correct step to solve for the variable in the equation 15 = m - 5?

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Add 5 to both sides to isolate m.

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What does it mean to 'solve for x'?

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To find the value of x that makes the equation true.

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What is the solution to the equation 3x = 12?

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x = 4, found by dividing both sides by 3.