One Step Equation Word Problems

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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, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you represent a word problem as an equation?

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Identify the unknown variable, translate the words into mathematical operations, and set up an equation.

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What does 'let x be the unknown' mean in a word problem?

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It means to define a variable (x) that represents the quantity we are trying to find.

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How do you solve for a variable in a one-step equation?

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Isolate the variable on one side of the equation by performing the inverse operation.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.

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If 40f = 2,600, how do you find f?

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Divide both sides by 40: f = 2,600 ÷ 40.

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What does it mean to decrease a number by another number?

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It means to subtract the second number from the first number.

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How do you express 'a number increased by 5' in an equation?

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x + 5, where x is the unknown number.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction.