One step equations (flashcard)

Front

What is the inverse (opposite) of subtraction?

Back

Addition.

Front

How do we solve the equation f - 12 = -4?

Back

Add 12 to both sides.

Front

Solve for x: 7x = 42.

Back

x = 6.

Front

Solve for n: n/12 = 4.

Back

n = 48.

Front

Solve for j in the equation -14 = j - 20.

Back

j = 6.

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation x + 5 = 12?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 3x = 15?

Back

x = 5.

Front

If 2x + 3 = 11, what is x?

Back

x = 4.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 5 - x = 2?

Back

x = 3.

Front

How do you isolate the variable in the equation x/4 = 2?

Back

Multiply both sides by 4.