Warm Up: Multi-Step Equations W/ Variables on One Side

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation: 11 - 3x = 44?

Back

Subtract 11 from both sides.

Front

What is the solution to the equation: -(n - 8) = -2?

Back

n = 10.

Front

What is the solution to the equation: -11 + 3(b + 5) = 7?

Back

b = 1.

Front

What is the solution to the equation: 2x + 3(5x - 7) = 47?

Back

x = 4.

Front

What is the second step in solving multi-step equations?

Back

Combine Like terms.

Front

What does it mean to 'combine like terms'?

Back

It means to add or subtract terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

Front

What is the purpose of distribution in equations?

Back

To eliminate parentheses by multiplying each term inside the parentheses by the term outside.

Front

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

Back

x = 5.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation: 4(x - 2) = 16?

Back

Distribute 4 to both terms inside the parentheses.

Front

What is the solution to the equation: 5x - 3 = 2x + 12?

Back

x = 5.