Two Step Equations

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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 a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operations in the reverse order of how they are applied.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2n + 10 = -2?

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Subtract 10 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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What is the solution for n in the equation 2n + 10 = -2?

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n = -6.

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How do you solve the equation 6z + 3 - 4z = 9?

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Combine like terms first, then isolate z by performing inverse operations.

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What is the solution for z in the equation 6z + 3 - 4z = 9?

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z = 3.

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What is the first step to solve the equation -15 = -4y + 5?

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Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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What is the solution for y in the equation -15 = -4y + 5?

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y = 5.

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How do you solve the equation 9 + 3x = 10?

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Subtract 9 from both sides, then divide by 3 to isolate x.

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What is the solution for x in the equation 9 + 3x = 10?

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x = 1/3.