2 step Equations with fractions

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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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How do you isolate a variable in a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operations in reverse order: first eliminate the constant term, then the coefficient.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 4w + 2/7 = -4/5?

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Subtract 2/7 from both sides of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation 4 + k/2 = -3?

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k = -14.

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How do you clear fractions from an equation?

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Multiply every term in the equation by the least common denominator (LCD) of the fractions.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD) of 2/7 and -4/5?

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The LCD is 70.

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Solve the equation 3/4(6x + 2) = 15.

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x = 3.

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What does it mean to 'clear the equation' in solving?

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To clear the equation means to eliminate fractions or decimals to simplify the solving process.

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What is the solution to the equation c + 11/20 = 3/4?

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c = 1/5.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.