One Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single step, typically by performing the same operation on both sides to isolate the variable.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation, making it easier to solve.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the equation for finding the daily hours worked if Tina worked 35 hours in 5 days?

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5h = 35

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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How do you solve the equation 5h = 35?

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Divide both sides by 5 to get h = 7.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical sentence that states that two expressions are equal.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.4

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What operation would you use to solve x - 62 = 123?

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Add 62 to both sides.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the solution to the equation x - 62 = 123?

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x = 185.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is a coefficient in an equation?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor in a term of an algebraic expression.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is a variable in mathematics?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does it mean to evaluate an expression?

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To evaluate an expression means to calculate its value by substituting the variables with numbers.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C