One Step Equations Addition and Subtraction

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side by itself, allowing you to find its value.

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Solve for x: x - 7 = 2

Back

x = 9

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Solve for n: n + 8 = 8

Back

n = 0

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Solve for n: n + 6 = 61

Back

n = 55

Front

Solve for x: 38 = x + 45

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x = -7

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Solve for w: w - 3.4 = 5.5

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w = 8.9

Front

What operation would you use to solve x - 7 = 2?

Back

You would add 7 to both sides of the equation.

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What operation would you use to solve n + 8 = 8?

Back

You would subtract 8 from both sides of the equation.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 38 = x + 45?

Back

Subtract 45 from both sides of the equation.