one step equations review

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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 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 inverse operation of multiplication?

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The inverse operation of multiplication is division.

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What is the solution to the equation 2y = 18?

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The solution is y = 9.

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How do you solve the equation -5x = 25?

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To solve -5x = 25, divide both sides by -5, resulting in x = -5.

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If n/6 = 4, how do you find n?

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To find n, multiply both sides of the equation by 6, resulting in n = 24.

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What does it mean to 'solve an equation'?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 1/2 x = 10?

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The first step is to multiply both sides by 2 to eliminate the fraction, resulting in x = 20.