Two Step Equations Easy Practice

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What is a two-step equation?

Back

A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to isolate the variable and solve for its value.

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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 5 = 12?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

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What is the solution to the equation 3y = 15?

Back

y = 5.

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What operation is used to isolate the variable in the equation x - 62 = 123?

Back

Add 62 to both sides.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

Back

Subtraction.

Front

What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

Back

Addition.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2p - 254 = 900?

Back

Add 254 to both sides.

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What is the solution to the equation 5x + 10 = 35?

Back

x = 5.

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How do you check your solution for the equation x - 62 = 123?

Back

Substitute 123 + 62 back into the equation to see if it holds true.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

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