Writing Two Step Equations for Word Problems

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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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What does the term 'difference' mean in math?

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The term 'difference' refers to the result of subtracting one number from another.

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How do you represent a total cost in a two-step equation?

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Write a two-step equation for the following scenario: A school paid $613 for a trip, with a bus fee of $85 and $12 per student. How many students went?

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What operation does 'decreased by' indicate?

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'Decreased by' indicates subtraction.

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Write a two-step equation for the following scenario: Scott charges $35 for each car plus $7 per hour, and Kylie's car bill was $63.

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What does 'less than' mean in a mathematical context?

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'Less than' indicates a subtraction operation where one number is subtracted from another.

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Write a two-step equation for the following scenario: Penelope spends $35 at the carnival, which costs $20 to enter and $0.50 per ride ticket.

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What is the first step to solve a two-step equation?

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The first step is to isolate the term with the variable by performing the inverse operation of the constant term.

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Write a two-step equation for the following scenario: Speedy Boat Rental charges a $15 deposit plus $2 per hour, and the total cost was $33.

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