Two Step Equations

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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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What is the first step to solve the equation: 2x + 3 = 11?

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Subtract 3 from both sides.

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Solve for x: 4x - 5 = 11

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x = 4

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What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

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To find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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Solve for y: 3y + 9 = 0

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y = -3

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What does it mean to 'balance' an equation?

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

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Solve for z: 8z + 8 = 0

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z = -1

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What is the second step to solve the equation: 5d - 6 = 9?

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Add 6 to both sides.

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Solve for c: 3c + 5 = 23

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c = 6

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What is the first step to solve the equation: 11 - 3x = 44?

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Subtract 11 from both sides.