One-Step Equations

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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 operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 5 = 12?

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Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate x.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operation on both sides of the equation.

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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.

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What does it mean to 'balance' an equation?

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Balancing an equation means ensuring that both sides of the equation remain equal after performing operations.

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How do you solve the equation 2x - 6 = 0?

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Add 6 to both sides and then divide by 2 to find x = 3.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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The inverse operation of addition is subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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The inverse operation of multiplication is division.

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If you have the equation 5 = 2x + 1, how do you solve for x?

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Subtract 1 from both sides and then divide by 2.

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What is the solution to the equation -8x = -32?

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x = 4, found by dividing both sides by -8.