Solving One-Step Equations with Addition & Subtraction

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single step, typically involving addition or subtraction to isolate the variable.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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Isolating a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation, making it easier to solve.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 19 = x - 5?

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Add 5 to both sides.

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Solve for m: 16 = m + 4.

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m = 12.

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What is the solution to the equation x - 5 = 27?

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x = 32.

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When solving the equation 34.5 = p - 3, what is the first step?

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Add 3 to both sides.

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Solve for x: x + 3 = 29.

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x = 26.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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If you add the same number to both sides of an equation, what happens?

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The equation remains balanced.