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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What is the first step in solving a one-step equation?

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Identify the operation being performed on the variable and apply the inverse operation to both sides of the equation.

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What does it mean to perform the same operation on both sides of an equation?

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It means that whatever operation you apply to one side of the equation, you must also apply to the other side to maintain equality.

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How do you solve the equation 3 + x = 21?

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Subtract 3 from both sides to isolate x, resulting in x = 18.

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What is the solution to the equation x - 62 = 123?

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Add 62 to both sides to isolate x, resulting in x = 185.

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What is the solution to the equation 8 = x + 1?

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Subtract 1 from both sides to isolate x, resulting in x = 7.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

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Inverse operations are used to isolate the variable and solve for its value.

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

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.