Solving 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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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 to get the variable by itself.

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What is the first step to solve the equation m - 5 = 15?

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Add 5 to both sides of the equation.

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What equation represents the situation: Robyn had some video games then bought 4 more. Now she has a total of 10 games?

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The equation is v + 4 = 10.

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What is the correct step to solve the equation x - 62 = 123?

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Add 62 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the correct step to solve the equation y + 25 = 80?

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Subtract 25 from both sides of the equation.

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What does it mean for two expressions to be equal in an equation?

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It means that the value of the expressions on both sides of the equation is the same.

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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 subtraction?

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The inverse operation of subtraction is addition.

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What is the purpose of solving an equation?

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The purpose of solving an equation is to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.