Two step Equations

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What is a two-step equation?

Back

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

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Solve for w: -6w + 1 = -11

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w = 2

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What is the first step to solve x/3 + 5 = -1?

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Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate the term with x.

Front

Solve for x: x/3 + 5 = -1

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x = -8

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

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To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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Solve for c: 3c + 5 = 23

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c = 6

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

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Inverse operations are used to undo operations and isolate the variable.

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Solve for x: 9 + 3x = 10

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x = 1/3

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What is the second step in solving a two-step equation?

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After isolating the term with the variable, perform the operation to solve for the variable.

Front

Solve for a: 2a - 4 = -8

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a = -2