Multi-Step Equations (Variables on Both Sides)

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What is a multi-step equation?

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A multi-step equation is an equation that requires more than one step to solve. It often involves combining like terms, using the distributive property, and isolating the variable.

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What does it mean to have variables on both sides of an equation?

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Having variables on both sides of an equation means that the variable appears on both the left and right sides of the equation, requiring manipulation to isolate the variable.

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What does the distributive property state?

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How do you check your solution for an equation?

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To check your solution, substitute the value back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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What is a variable in an equation?

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A variable is a symbol, often represented by a letter, that stands for an unknown value in an equation.