One-Step Multiplication and Division Equations

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The main goal of solving equations is to get the _________ by itself.

Back

Variable

Front

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

Back

Division

Front

What is the inverse operation of division?

Back

Multiplication

Front

What would be the best first step to solving the equation -3=x+5?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

Front

What equation matches this situation? Robyn had some video games then bought 4 more. Now she has a total of 10 games.

Back

v + 4 = 10

Front

What is a variable in an equation?

Back

A symbol (often a letter) that represents an unknown value.

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

To get the variable by itself on one side of the equation.

Front

If you multiply both sides of an equation by the same number, what happens?

Back

The equation remains balanced.

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 2x = 10?

Back

Divide both sides by 2.

Front

What is the solution to the equation x/4 = 3?

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x = 12.