Two Step Equations Review

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What is a two-step equation?

Back

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

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What is the first step to solve the equation 11 - 3x = 44?

Back

Subtract 11 from both sides.

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After subtracting 11 from both sides of the equation 11 - 3x = 44, what is the next step?

Back

Divide both sides by -3.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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What is the solution to the equation 3x + 6 = 24?

Back

x = 6.

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How do you solve the equation 5b - 6 = 24?

Back

Add 6 to both sides and then divide by 5.

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What is the value of x in the equation 2x - 4 = 10?

Back

x = 7.

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What is the purpose of performing the same operation on both sides of an equation?

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To maintain the equality of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation 4x + 8 = 0?

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x = -2.

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How do you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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