Solving Multistep/Variables on both sides Equations

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Translate into an expression: two more than three times x

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2 + 3x

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Cheryl gets paid $8 per hour for her job at the record store. She made a total of $96 last week. Which equation models this situation?

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8h = 96

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Solve for x: 5x - 14 = 8x + 4

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x = -6

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Solve for x: 4(1-x)+3x=-2(x+1)

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x = -6

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Solve: 5y + 34 = -2(-7y + 1)

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y = 4

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What is a multistep equation?

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An equation that requires more than one step to solve, often involving combining like terms and isolating the variable.

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What does it mean to have variables on both sides of an equation?

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It means that the variable appears on both sides of the equation, requiring manipulation to isolate the variable.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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By performing inverse operations to both sides of the equation until the variable is alone.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3x + 5 = 20?

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Subtract 5 from both sides to get 3x = 15.

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What is the solution to the equation 2x + 3 = 11?

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x = 4.