Single Step Equations

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What is a single step equation?

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A single step equation is an equation that can be solved in one step by performing a single operation (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division) to isolate the variable.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for c: 3 = c - 1

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c = 4

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for m: m - 3 = 13.8

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m = 16.8

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for n: n + 75 = 155

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n = 80

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for x: x + 10 = 22

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x = 12

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for q: q - 17 = 18

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q = 35

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What operation would you use to isolate the variable in the equation x + 5 = 10?

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You would subtract 5 from both sides.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2y = 10?

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Divide both sides by 2.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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If a = b + 4, how do you solve for b?

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Subtract 4 from both sides: b = a - 4.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.B.3

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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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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A