Solving One and Two Step Linear Equations

Front

What is a linear equation?

Back

A linear equation is an equation that makes a straight line when graphed. It can be written in the form ax + b = c, where a, b, and c are constants.

Front

What does it mean to solve an equation?

Back

To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is the first step in solving the equation h + 1.6 = 11?

Back

Subtract 1.6 from both sides to isolate h.

Front

Solve for h: h + 1.6 = 11.

Back

h = 9.4.

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What is the first step in solving the equation -15 = -10 + 5w?

Back

Add 10 to both sides.

Front

Solve for w: -15 = -10 + 5w.

Back

w = -1.

Front

Write an equation for Sally's candy bars problem.

Back

3c = 18, where c is the cost of one candy bar.

Front

Solve for c: 3c = 18.

Back

c = 6.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3.2e + 2.6 = -23?

Back

Subtract 2.6 from both sides.

Front

Solve for e: 3.2e + 2.6 = -23.

Back

e = -8.