Solve Two Step Equations and Inequalities

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 2x + 7 = 15?

Back

Subtract 7 from both sides.

Front

Solve the equation -5t + 9 = 24.

Back

t = -3.

Front

Back

Add 5 to both sides.

Front

What does the inequality 6 > x mean?

Back

x is less than 6.

Front

Solve the equation 3c + 5 = 23.

Back

c = 6.

Front

What is a two-step equation?

Back

An equation that requires two operations to solve.

Front

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

Back

To find the value of the variable.

Front

What does it mean to 'balance' an equation?

Back

To keep both sides equal by performing the same operation on both sides.

Front

What is the solution to the inequality x + 4 < 10?

Back

x < 6.

Front

How do you solve the equation 4x - 8 = 0?

Back

Add 8 to both sides, then divide by 4.