Two Step Equations Review - Advanced

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What is the distributive property?

Back

The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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Solve the equation: 2(6k - 1) = -38

Back

k = -3

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What equation represents the relationship between calories in a banana and a banana split?

Back

x/8 - 10 = 85

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Solve the equation: 5x + 6 = 31

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x = 5

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

Back

Subtract 5 from each side.

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Solve the equation: 5(2x - 6) = 20

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x = 5

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What does it mean to isolate the variable in an equation?

Back

Isolating the variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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What is the purpose of checking your solution in an equation?

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Checking your solution ensures that the value you found satisfies the original equation.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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The inverse operation of addition is subtraction.