One and Two-Step Equations Flashcard

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What is a one-step equation?

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An equation that can be solved in one operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is a two-step equation?

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An equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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What is the goal of solving equations?

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To find the value of the variable or unknown.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.

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What is the inverse operation of division?

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Multiplication.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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By performing inverse operations to both sides of the equation.

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Subtract 5 from both sides of the equation.

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Divide both sides by 4 to find z.