Solving One and Two-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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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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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 x - 5.5 = 10.5?

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The first step is to add 5.5 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation -3y + 7 = 22?

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The solution is y = -5.

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How do you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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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.

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What is the solution to the equation 2x - 3 = 1?

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The solution is x = 2.

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What is the solution to the equation 3x - 7 = 32?

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The solution is x = 13.

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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 importance of inverse operations in solving equations?

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Inverse operations are important because they allow you to undo operations and isolate the variable.