Writing 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, typically by performing the same operation on both sides to isolate the variable.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is the equation to find the hourly wage if a person earns $150 for 15 hours of work?

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

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Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side by itself.

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What is the equation to represent that Tara caught three times as many fish this year than last year if she caught 63 fish?

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What is the equation to find the total cost if a person buys 4 items at a price of x each for a total of $80?

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