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 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 -5 + x = 50?

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Add 5 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation -5 + x = 50?

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x = 55.

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What operation would you perform to solve the equation 5x = 25?

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Divide both sides by 5.

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What is the solution to the equation 5x = 25?

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x = 5.

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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 first step to solve the equation x + 2 = 12?

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Subtract 2 from both sides.

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What is the solution to the equation x + 2 = 12?

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x = 10.