One-step equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

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Solve the equation: x - 5.5 = 10.5

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x = 16

Front

What operation would you use to isolate y in the equation y - 33 = 147?

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Add 33 to both sides of the equation.

Front

Solve the equation: y - 33 = 147

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y = 180

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.

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Solve the equation: 3w = 30

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w = 10

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

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Divide both sides by 6.

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Solve the equation: 6b = 30

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b = 5

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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

Front

Solve the equation: k + 5 = 181

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k = 176