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 model a situation with a one-step equation?

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You identify the quantities involved and create an equation that represents the relationship between them.

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In the equation 4b = 44, what does 'b' represent?

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In this equation, 'b' represents the number of books Anna read.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 4b = 44?

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Divide both sides of the equation by 4 to isolate 'b'.

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What does the equation p - 6 = 18 represent?

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This equation represents the situation where 'p' is the total number of pencils in the box before 6 were taken.

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How do you solve the equation p - 6 = 18?

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Add 6 to both sides of the equation to find the value of 'p'.

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What does the equation 5h = 35 represent?

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This equation represents the total hours Tina worked over 5 days, where 'h' is the number of hours worked each day.

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How do you find 'h' in the equation 5h = 35?

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Divide both sides of the equation by 5 to isolate 'h'.

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What is the significance of isolating the variable in an equation?

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Isolating the variable allows you to find its value, which is the solution to the equation.

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In the context of temperature, how do you calculate the change in temperature?

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Subtract the final temperature from the initial temperature to find the change.