2-Step Equations

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What is a 2-step equation?

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A 2-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to isolate the variable and solve for its value.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3x - 7 = 32?

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The first step is to add 7 to both sides of the equation to eliminate the -7.

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What is the second step in solving the equation 3x - 7 = 32?

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The second step is to divide both sides by 3 to isolate x.

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Solve the equation: 3c + 5 = 23

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c = 6

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

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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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Write an equation for: 331 students went on a field trip. Six buses were filled and 7 students traveled in cars.

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331 = 6x + 7

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What is the objective when solving an equation?

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The objective is to isolate the variable.

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Solve the equation: 3x - 7 = 32

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x = 13

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What operation would you perform first to solve 3x + 4 = 19?

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Subtract 4 from both sides.

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What is the solution to the equation 2x + 10 = 30?

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x = 10