Solving Two Step Equations & Inequalities

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What is a two-step equation?

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

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How do you isolate a variable in a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operations in the reverse order of operations.

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What does it mean to solve an inequality?

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Solving an inequality means finding the range of values that satisfy the inequality condition.

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What is the difference between an equation and an inequality?

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An equation states that two expressions are equal, while an inequality shows that one expression is greater than or less than another.

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Solve for x: 2x + 3 = 11

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x = 4

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Solve for n: 5n - 7 = 18

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n = 5

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Solve for k: 3k + 4 < 10

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k < 2

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What does the symbol '≥' mean in inequalities?

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The symbol '≥' means 'greater than or equal to'.

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Solve for x: -4x + 8 > 0

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x < 2

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What is the first step in solving the equation 6x - 2 = 10?

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Add 2 to both sides to get 6x = 12.