Solving 2 step equations

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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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g = 8

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Subtract 7 from both sides.

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w = 4

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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Solve the equation: 23 - c = 21

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c = 2

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Subtract 10 from both sides.

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x = -8

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

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Inverse operations are used to undo operations and isolate the variable.

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x = 2