One-Step Equations using Multiplication and Division

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What is a one-step equation?

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An equation that can be solved in one operation, either by multiplication or division.

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Solve for x: 4x = 48

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x = 12

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.

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Solve for x: 6x = 36

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x = 6

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What does 'isolate the variable' mean?

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

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Solve for x: 9x = 153

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x = 17

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in equations?

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To undo the operation and solve for the variable.

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If 5x = 25, what is x?

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x = 5

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What operation would you use to solve: 10x = 100?

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Divide by 10.

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What does 'variable' mean in mathematics?

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A symbol used to represent an unknown value.