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 by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

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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 by itself, allowing you to find its value.

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Solve the equation: -6x = 30

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x = -5

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Which equation represents the situation: William needs to sell 25 Husky Cards for a fundraiser by Friday. He has sold 9 cards. How many more does he need to sell?

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t + 9 = 25

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Which equation represents the situation: Mrs. Dunnmeyer pledged $4 for each book Maddi read, totaling $44. How many books did Maddi read?

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4b = 44

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Which equation represents the situation: James worked 35 hours in 5 days on the farm. How many hours did he work each day?

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5h = 35

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Solve the equation: 2y = 18

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y = 9

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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 7 = 12?

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Subtract 7 from both sides to isolate x.

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What is the solution to the equation 3z = 21?

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z = 7

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What does it mean to check your solution in an equation?

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Checking your solution means substituting the value back into the original equation to verify that both sides are equal.