Solve 2-Step Equations (no negatives)

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What is a 2-step equation?

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A 2-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in two steps, typically involving operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you isolate a variable in a 2-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations in the reverse order of operations used in the equation.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 2x + 6 = 18?

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The first step is to subtract 6 from both sides of the equation.

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What is the second step in solving the equation 4y + 2 = 6?

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The second step is to divide by 4 after isolating the term with the variable.

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What does it mean to solve for x in an equation?

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Solving for x means finding the value of x that makes the equation true.

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What is the solution to the equation x + 15 = 55?

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x = 40.

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How do you check your solution for a 2-step equation?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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What is the solution to the equation 2x + 6 = 18?

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x = 6.

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What operation would you perform to both sides of the equation 3x = 12 to solve for x?

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Divide both sides by 3.

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What is the solution to the equation x - 2 = 9?

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x = 11.