Solving 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 both sides of the equation until the variable is alone on one side.

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Solve for x: 4x + 10 = -26

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x = -9

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What is the first step to solve the equation 6 - 3a = 21?

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Subtract 6 from both sides to get -3a = 15.

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Solve for a: 6 - 3a = 21

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a = -5

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What does it mean to combine like terms?

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Combining like terms means to simplify an expression by adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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Solve for x: 5x - 14 = 8x + 4

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x = -6

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What is the purpose of checking your solution in an equation?

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Checking your solution ensures that the value you found satisfies the original equation.

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Solve for m: 2m + 6m = 32

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m = 4

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What is the equation to solve for a in 20 = 2 - a?

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Rearranging gives a = -18.