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 solve the equation 3x = 27?

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To solve 3x = 27, divide both sides by 3. Thus, x = 27 / 3 = 9.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 17 = x + 3?

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The first step is to isolate x by subtracting 3 from both sides. Thus, x = 17 - 3 = 14.

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How do you solve x ÷ 2 = 12?

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To solve x ÷ 2 = 12, multiply both sides by 2. Thus, x = 12 * 2 = 24.

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What is the solution to the equation 6b = 30?

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To solve 6b = 30, divide both sides by 6. Thus, b = 30 / 6 = 5.

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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 inverse operation of division?

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The inverse operation of division is multiplication.

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How can you check your solution for an equation?

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You can check your solution by substituting the value back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.