1 & 2 Step Equations with integers

Front

What is a one-step equation?

Back

An equation that can be solved in one operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

Front

What is a two-step equation?

Back

An equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

Front

Solve for x: 2x + 3 = 11

Back

x = 4

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

To manipulate an equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

Front

Solve for x: x - 5 = 10

Back

x = 15

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 3x = 12?

Back

Divide both sides by 3.

Front

Solve for x: -4x = 16

Back

x = -4

Front

What is the inverse operation of addition?

Back

Subtraction.

Front

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

Back

Division.

Front

Solve for x: x/2 = 6

Back

x = 12