Solving one-step equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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Solve for y: 35 = y - 3

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y = 38

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Solve for y: y - 4 = 6

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y = 10

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Solve for x: 4x = 8

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x = 2

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Solve for c: 3c = 12

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c = 4

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Solve for x: 9 + x = 18

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x = 9

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction is the inverse operation of addition.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division is the inverse operation of multiplication.

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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 does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.