Solving Two Step Equations

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 12x + 4x = 64?

Back

Combine Like Terms.

Front

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

Back

To get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

Front

Solve the equation 2x - 14 = 34.

Back

x = 24.

Front

If you multiply a number by 3 and increase that value by 5 to get 20, what is the number?

Back

5.

Front

In the equation 5x + 3 = 28, which term would you cover up second using the 'Cover-Up' method?

Back

+3.

Front

What is a two-step equation?

Back

An equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

Front

What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?

Back

To simplify the equation and make it easier to solve.

Front

What is the inverse operation of addition?

Back

Subtraction.

Front

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

Back

Division.

Front

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

Back

Substitute the solution back into the original equation.