WEEK 12: One & Two Step Equations-REMIX 2 -7th

Front

What is the first step to solving the equation -3 = x + 5?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

Front

Solve the equation -5t + 9 = 24.

Back

t = -3.

Front

Solve the equation 2x - 3 = 1.

Back

x = 2.

Front

Write an equation for: You bought a $5 magazine and four erasers. You spent a total of $25. How much did each eraser cost?

Back

4x + 5 = 25.

Front

Solve the equation y - 4.6 = 12.

Back

y = 16.6.

Front

What is an equation?

Back

An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

Front

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

Back

To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

Front

What is a one-step equation?

Back

A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single step, usually by adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing.

Front

What is a two-step equation?

Back

A two-step equation requires two operations to solve for the variable.

Front

What is the purpose of balancing an equation?

Back

The purpose of balancing an equation is to maintain equality by performing the same operation on both sides.