Two Step Equations

Front

What is a two-step equation?

Back

A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation: 2x + 3 = 11?

Back

Subtract 3 from both sides.

Front

Solve for x: 5x - 4 = 16

Back

x = 4

Front

Solve for y: 3y + 9 = 24

Back

y = 5

Front

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

Back

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

Front

Solve for t: -4 = 2t - 2

Back

t = -1

Front

Solve for x: 4x + 7 = 23

Back

x = 4

Front

Solve for z: 6z + 3 - 4z = 9

Back

z = 3

Front

Solve for c: 3c + 5 = 23

Back

c = 6

Front

What is the second step to solve the equation: 11 - 3x = 44 after subtracting 11 from both sides?

Back

Divide by -3.