One Step Equation

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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 to isolate the variable.

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What is the solution to the equation x + 15 = 10?

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x = -5

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How do you isolate the variable in the equation 2x = 10?

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Divide both sides by 2.

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What is the solution to the equation 17 = x + 3?

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x = 14

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What is the first step to solve the equation 15 = m - 5?

Back

Add 5 to both sides.

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What is the solution to the equation x + 12 = 20?

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x = 8

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How do you solve the equation x - 62 = 123?

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Add 62 to both sides.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side by itself.

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What is the solution to the equation 2x = 5?

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x = 2.5

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What operation would you perform to solve x + 7 = 12?

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Subtract 7 from both sides.