Solve 1 Step Equations

Front

What is the inverse (opposite) of addition?

Back

subtraction

Front

What needs to be done to solve this equation? z - 5 = 20

Back

add five to both sides.

Front

How do you show your work when solving equations?

Back

You do it the EXACT same way Mrs. Motter taught you which is do the opposite operation on both sides of the equation.

Front

What is the inverse (opposite) of division?

Back

multiplication

Front

How would we solve the following equation? x + 3 = 10

Back

Subtract three on both sides of the equation.

Front

What is a one-step equation?

Back

An equation that can be solved in one operation.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation x + 4 = 12?

Back

Subtract 4 from both sides.

Front

What does it mean to isolate the variable?

Back

To get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

Front

If you have the equation 5 = y - 2, what is the first step to solve for y?

Back

Add 2 to both sides.

Front

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

Back

x = 4.