Multi-Step Equations Flashcard

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What is the first step when solving an equation?

Back

Distribute.

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Solve the equation: 10x + 15 = 7x + 45

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x = 10.

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What is the last step in solving multi-step equations?

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Solve for the variable.

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Solve the equation: 5d - 3d + 25 = 5 - 3d

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d = -4.

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Solve the equation: 5 ( x + 4 ) = 6x - 5

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x = 25.

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What does 'combining like terms' mean?

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It means to add or subtract terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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What is a multi-step equation?

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An equation that requires more than one step to solve.

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What does 'distributing' mean in algebra?

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It means to multiply a term by each term inside a parenthesis.

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What is the purpose of moving variables to one side of the equation?

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To isolate the variable and solve for it.

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What is an example of a like term?

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3x and 5x are like terms.