Solving One Step Equations (Addition and Subtraction)

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single step, typically involving addition or subtraction.

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Solve for y: y + 6 = 20

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y = 14

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What is the first step to solve the equation m - 13 = 15?

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Add 13 to both sides of the equation.

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Solve for m: m - 13 = 15

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m = 28

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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 and all other terms are on the other side.

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Solve for x: x + 12 = 20

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x = 8

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction is the inverse operation of addition.

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Solve for n: 2 + n = 16

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n = 14

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What is the purpose of solving equations?

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

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If x - 5 = 10, what is x?

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x = 15