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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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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2t - 7 = 3?

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Add 7 to both sides of the equation.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the second step to solve the equation 2t = 10?

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Divide both sides by 2.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve the equation 4x + 7 = 23.

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x = 4.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

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To find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Subtract 3 from both sides.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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x = 8.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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How do you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5

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What is the first step to solve the equation x/4 + 2 = 42?

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Subtract 2 from both sides.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does it mean to 'isolate the variable'?

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To manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A