One Step Equations Add/Subtract

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing an equal sign.

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Does an expression have an equal sign?

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No, an expression does not have an equal sign.

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r = 15

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p = 13

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p = 37

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What is the purpose of solving one-step equations?

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The purpose is to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What operation is used to isolate a variable in an equation?

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You can use addition or subtraction to isolate a variable in one-step equations.

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x = 7

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y = 13

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What does it mean to 'isolate' a variable?

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