Two Step Equations

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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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What is the first step to solve the equation x/3 + 5 = -1?

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Subtract 5 from both sides of the equation.

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What is the second step to solve the equation x/3 + 5 = -1 after simplifying?

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Multiply both sides by 3 to isolate x.

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How do you isolate the variable in the equation 2x + 10 = 16?

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First, subtract 10 from both sides, then divide by 2.

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What is the solution to the equation -3x - 12 = 15?

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The solution is x = -9.

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What operation do you perform first in the equation x/4 + 11 = 20?

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Subtract 11 from both sides.

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What is the final step to solve the equation x/7 - 2 = 8?

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Add 2 to both sides, then multiply by 7.

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What does it mean to 'isolate the variable'?

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To isolate the variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation x/3 + 5 = -1?

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The solution is x = -18.

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What is the solution to the equation 2x + 10 = 16?

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The solution is x = 3.