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 step, typically involving basic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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How do you solve the equation 5m = 10?

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To solve for m, divide both sides of the equation by 5. Thus, m = 10 / 5 = 2.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the first step to solve the equation c - 5 = 8?

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Add 5 to both sides of the equation to isolate c. Thus, c = 8 + 5 = 13.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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How do you find the value of k in the equation k - 2.14 = 85?

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Add 2.14 to both sides of the equation. Thus, k = 85 + 2.14 = 87.14.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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The inverse operation of subtraction is addition.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.5

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How do you solve the equation m - 4 = 12?

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Add 4 to both sides of the equation to isolate m. Thus, m = 12 + 4 = 16.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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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 the equation by reversing the operation applied to the variable.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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What is the solution to the equation 3x = 12?

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To solve for x, divide both sides by 3. Thus, x = 12 / 3 = 4.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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How can 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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