2 Step Equations with Fractions and Decimals (Extra 2)

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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 solve for the variable.

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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, perform the inverse operations in reverse order: first undo addition or subtraction, then undo multiplication or division.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the first step in solving the equation 2x + 3 = 11?

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The first step is to subtract 3 from 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 3x - 4 = 5?

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The solution is x = 3.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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How do you solve an equation with fractions?

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To solve an equation with fractions, you can multiply both sides by the least common denominator (LCD) to eliminate the fractions.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the least common denominator (LCD) of 1/2 and 1/3?

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The least common denominator of 1/2 and 1/3 is 6.

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How do you convert a decimal to a fraction?

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To convert a decimal to a fraction, write the decimal over 1, multiply the numerator and denominator by 10 for each digit after the decimal point, and simplify.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.2D

CCSS.8.NS.A.1

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/4?

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The decimal equivalent of 3/4 is 0.75.

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What is the solution to the equation (1-k)/5 = 5?

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The solution is k = -24.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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

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To check your solution, substitute the value back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B