One Step Equations (Add and Subtract)

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step, typically by adding or subtracting a number from both sides.

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Solve the equation: 24 + n = 40.

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n = 16.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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Solve the equation: x + 4 = -2.

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x = -6.

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What is the purpose of solving equations?

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

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Solve the equation: z + 14 = 25.

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z = 11.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To manipulate an equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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Solve the equation: y + 6 = 20.

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y = 14.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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Solve the equation: m + 6 = -4.

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m = -10.