Solve 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 operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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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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What is the inverse operation of division?

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Multiplication.

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Solve the equation: x + 5 = 12

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x = 7.

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Solve the equation: x - 10 = 4

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x = 14.

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Solve the equation: 3x = 12

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x = 4.

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Solve the equation: x/4 = 2

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x = 8.

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

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To isolate the variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.