2 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: x/4 + 11 = 20

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x = 36

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What is the first step to solve the equation -3x - 12 = 15?

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Add 12 to both sides to isolate the term with x.

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Solve: -3x - 12 = 15

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x = -9

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

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

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Solve: 7 + a/3 = 5

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a = -6

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

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Inverse operations are used to undo operations and isolate the variable.

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Solve: 9 + 3x = 10

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x = 1/3

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What is the first step to solve the equation 5z - 17 = 13?

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Add 17 to both sides.

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Solve: 5z - 17 = 13

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z = 6