One and Two Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single step, typically by performing one operation (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division) to isolate the variable.

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an equation that requires two operations to isolate the variable, usually involving both addition or subtraction and multiplication or division.

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Solve for n: 6n + 4 = -26

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n = -5

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Solve for w: w - 11 = -3

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w = 8

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What is the first step to solve the equation 5b - 6 = 24?

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Add 6 to both sides.

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What is the solution to the equation 2x + 3 = 11?

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x = 4

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side of the equation by itself.

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What is the solution to the equation 3y - 9 = 0?

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y = 3

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Solve for x: 4x = 20

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x = 5

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

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The purpose of checking your solution is to verify that the value you found satisfies the original equation.