Solving 1-Step Equations

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Solve for x: 17 = x + 3

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x = 14

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Solve the equation: 3x = 27

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x = 9

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Solve for b: -7b = 49

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b = -7

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Solve for d: d/1.2 = 6

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d = 7.2

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To solve the equation x + 5 = 8, I would ...

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subtract 5 from both sides

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Definition: One-step equation

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An equation that can be solved in one operation.

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Example of a one-step equation: x - 4 = 10

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x = 14

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Definition: Variable

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A symbol used to represent an unknown value.

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Definition: Constant

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A fixed value that does not change.

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Example of isolating a variable: 2x = 10

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x = 5