Solving 2-step Equations

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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How do you isolate a variable in a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operations in the reverse order of how they are applied.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2x - 18 = 34?

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Add 18 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the second step to solve the equation 2x - 18 = 34 after adding 18?

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Divide both sides by 2 to find the value of x.

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Solve the equation: 2x - 18 = 34.

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x = 26.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 6c - 7 = 11?

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Add 7 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the second step to solve the equation 6c - 7 = 11 after adding 7?

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Divide both sides by 6 to find the value of c.

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Solve the equation: 6c - 7 = 11.

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c = 3.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 8s - 10 = 6?

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Add 10 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the second step to solve the equation 8s - 10 = 6 after adding 10?

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Divide both sides by 8 to find the value of s.