One-Step Equations and Inverse Operations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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The inverse operation of addition is subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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The inverse operation of subtraction is addition.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operation on both sides of the equation.

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Solve for x: x + 5 = 12

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x = 7

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Solve for x: x - 9 = 4

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x = 13

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What does it mean to 'show your work' in math?

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'Showing your work' means to write down each step taken to solve a problem, making it easier to follow and understand.

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Solve for m: 5 - m = 10

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m = -5

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What is the first step to solve the equation: 17 = x + 3?

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Subtract 3 from both sides to isolate x.

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Solve for x: -16 + x = -15

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x = 1