One and Two Step Equations Flashcard

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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 by performing one inverse operation to isolate the variable.

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation requires two operations to isolate the variable, usually involving both addition/subtraction and multiplication/division.

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Solve for k: 44 = 5k - 1

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k = 9

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What is the first step to solve the equation: 11 - 3x = 44?

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Subtract 11 from both sides.

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z = -28

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.

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What is the inverse operation of division?

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Multiplication.

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True or False: The inverse of addition is multiplication.

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False.