Multistep Equations

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What is a multistep equation?

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A multistep equation is an equation that requires more than one step to solve, often involving operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

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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 move other terms to the opposite side of the equation.

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What is the first step in solving the equation -2x - 7 + 3x = 10?

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Combine like terms to simplify the equation.

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What does it mean to combine like terms?

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Combining like terms means to add or subtract terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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What is the solution to the equation -2x - 7 + 3x = 10?

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x = 17.

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What is the process for solving the equation 7(5a − 4) − 1 = 14 − 8a?

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Distribute the 7, combine like terms, and isolate 'a' to find the solution.

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What is the solution to the equation 7(5a − 4) − 1 = 14 − 8a?

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a = 1.

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How do you solve for a variable in a simple equation?

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You perform inverse operations to isolate the variable on one side of the equation.

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What is the second step in solving the equation -3x + 5 = 20?

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Subtract 5 from both sides to begin isolating x.

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What is the final step in solving the equation -3x + 5 = 20?

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Divide both sides by -3 to find the value of x.