One step equations and inequalities

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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 involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What does it mean when an inequality has a closed circle on a number line?

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A closed circle indicates that the number is included in the solution set (e.g., x ≥ 5).

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What does it mean when an inequality has an open circle on a number line?

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An open circle indicates that the number is not included in the solution set (e.g., x > 5).

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How do you solve the equation 17 - x = 9?

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To solve for x, subtract 17 from both sides to get -x = -8, then multiply by -1 to find x = 8.

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What is the solution to the inequality x < 8?

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Any number less than 8, such as 7, 0, or -3.

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What is the correct inequality for '7 is less than a number'?

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x > 7.

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What does the symbol '≥' mean in an inequality?

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It means 'greater than or equal to'.

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What does the symbol '≤' mean in an inequality?

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It means 'less than or equal to'.

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How do you represent the inequality 'a number is at least 10'?

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x ≥ 10.

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What is the solution to the equation x + 5 = 12?

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x = 7.