One Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

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Solve the equation: 2y = 18

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y = 9

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Solve the equation: 4p = 16

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p = 4

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Solve the equation: x/3 = 4

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x = 12

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Solve the equation: x + 8 = 15

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x = 7

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t = 40

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What operation would you use to isolate the variable in the equation 3x = 12?

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You would divide both sides by 3.

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What is the first step to solve the equation x - 5 = 10?

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Add 5 to both sides of the equation.

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

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Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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Solve the equation: 5 + x = 12

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x = 7