Solving Two-Step Equations

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What is a two-step equation?

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

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How do you isolate a variable in a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations in the reverse order of operations.

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Solve for g: 9 = 4g + 13

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g = -1

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Solve for x: -4x + 1 = 21

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x = -5

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

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x = 2

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Solve for k: -5 + 7k = -19

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k = -2

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Solve for b: -12 = 24 + 4b

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b = -9

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2x + 3 = 11?

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Subtract 3 from both sides to get 2x = 8.

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What is the second step to solve the equation 2x = 8?

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Divide both sides by 2 to get x = 4.

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What does it mean to check your solution in an equation?

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To check your solution, substitute the value back into the original equation to verify it holds true.