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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Solve for k: k + 8 = 15

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k = 7

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Solve for c: 3c + 5 = 23

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c = 6

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Solve for c: 2c + 2 = 10

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c = 4

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What equation matches this situation? Robyn had some video games then bought 4 more. Now she has a total of 10 games.

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v + 4 = 10

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Solve for d: 2d + 7 = 9

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d = 1

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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 5 = 12?

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Subtract 5 from both sides.

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What is the second step to solve the equation 2x = 14?

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Divide both sides by 2.

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

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To isolate the variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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If 5x - 3 = 12, what is the first step to solve for x?

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Add 3 to both sides.