Solving One Step Equations (Addition and Subtraction)

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step, typically involving addition or subtraction.

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Solve for y: y + 6 = 20

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y = 14

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction

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Solve for x: 17 = x + 3

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x = 14

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

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Inverse operations help isolate the variable to find its value.

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Solve for x: x + 12 = 20

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x = 8

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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 other side.

Front

If x - 5 = 10, what is x?

Back

x = 15

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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 7 = 12?

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Subtract 7 from both sides.

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Solve for y: y - 4 = 10

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y = 14