Solving Multi Step Equations

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What is the first step in solving a multi-step equation?

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Distribution (If necessary)

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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Solve the equation: 2(x + 3) = 8

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the second step in solving multi-step equations?

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Combine Like terms

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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Solve the equation: 5x - 4 + 2x = 3

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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Which is the correct order in which to solve multi-step equations?

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Distribute, Combine like terms, Get the variable on one side by adding or subtracting, Divide or multiply

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What does 'combining like terms' mean?

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It means to simplify an expression by adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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What is the purpose of distribution in equations?

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To eliminate parentheses by multiplying each term inside the parentheses by the factor outside.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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What does SADMEP stand for in solving equations?

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SADMEP stands for Subtract, Add, Divide, Multiply, Exponents, Parentheses.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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By performing inverse operations to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is an example of a multi-step equation?

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3(x + 2) - 4 = 11

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B