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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What is the first step to solve the equation x/7 - 2 = 8?

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Add 2 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the second step to solve the equation x/7 = 10?

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Multiply both sides by 7.

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Solve: x/7 - 2 = 8

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x = 70

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What is the first step to solve the equation -9x - 12 = 33?

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Add 12 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the second step to solve the equation -9x = 45?

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Divide both sides by -9.

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Solve: -9x - 12 = 33

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x = -5

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2x + 10 = 16?

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Subtract 10 from both sides of the equation.

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What is the second step to solve the equation 2x = 6?

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Divide both sides by 2.

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Solve: 2x + 10 = 16

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x = 3