One and Two Step Equations

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

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an equation that requires two operations to isolate the variable, typically involving addition or subtraction followed by multiplication or division.

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n = 6

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x = 12

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x = 4

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x = 3

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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

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Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate x.

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x = 5

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Add 4 to both sides, then divide by 3.