One Step Equations with Rational Numbers

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What is a one-step equation?

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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?

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

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What is the first step to solve the equation 55 + x = 145?

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Subtract 55 from both sides to isolate x: x = 145 - 55.

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How do you solve the equation -35 + y = 70?

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Add 35 to both sides to isolate y: y = 70 + 35 = 105.

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What is the solution to the equation ½ = -⅛j?

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Multiply both sides by -8 to isolate j: j = -4.

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How do you solve the equation x - 5 = -12?

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Add 5 to both sides to isolate x: x = -12 + 5 = -7.

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What equation represents the amount Norachai had before buying the salad?

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x - 5.12 = 27.10.

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What is the solution to the equation 27.10 - 5.12 = x?

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x = 27.10 - 5.12 = 21.98.

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What is a rational number?

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A rational number is any number that can be expressed as a fraction or ratio of two integers.

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What is the importance of checking your solution in an equation?

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Checking your solution ensures that the value you found satisfies the original equation.