One Step Algebra Practice

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What is a variable in algebra?

Back

A symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in mathematical expressions or equations.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

To manipulate an equation to get the variable on one side and all other terms on the other side.

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Solve for x: 5x = -10

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x = -2

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the first step to solve the equation 6b = 30?

Back

Divide both sides by 6 to isolate b.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for b: 6b = 30

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b = 5

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What does it mean to balance an equation?

Back

To keep both sides of the equation equal by performing the same operation on both sides.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for x: x / -2.5 = 5

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x = -12.5

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the solution to the equation n - 12 = 8?

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n = 20

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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How do you solve for t in the equation t + 4 = 9?

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Subtract 4 from both sides to isolate t.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

Front

Solve for t: t + 4 = 9

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t = 5

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7