Writing One 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 does the variable 'm' represent in the equation 29 + m = 41?

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The variable 'm' represents the amount of money Trevor received for cleaning the attic.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operation on both sides of the equation.

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What is the equation to find how many hours Martin needs to work to earn $112 if he earns $14 per hour?

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The equation is 14h = 112.

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If oranges cost $2 per pound, what equation can you use to find how many pounds you can buy with $20?

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The equation is 2p = 20.

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What does the variable 'x' represent in the equation y = 3.5x?

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The variable 'x' represents the number of subscriptions Daniel sells.

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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 5.12 = 27.10?

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Subtract 5.12 from both sides to isolate x.

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What is the solution to the equation 2p = 20?

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p = 10, meaning you can buy 10 pounds of oranges.

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What operation would you perform to solve the equation 14h = 112?

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Divide both sides by 14 to find h.

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What does the equation s - 5.12 = 27.10 represent?

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It represents how much money Carlos had before buying the salad.