Solving Two-Step Equations with Fractions

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What is the goal of solving two-step equations?

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Find the value of the variable.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3x - 5 = 20?

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Add 5 to both sides.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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x = 7.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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x = 20.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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Solve for a: -3a + 8 = 14

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a = -2.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does a coefficient represent in an equation?

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A coefficient is a number that multiplies a variable.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is a variable in an equation?

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A variable is a symbol used to represent an unknown value.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

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To find the value of the variable.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.5

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.

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CCSS.3.OA.C.7