Two 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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What is the first step to solve the equation: 4x + 7 = 23?

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Subtract 7 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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Solve for x: 4x + 7 = 23

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x = 4

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What is the goal of solving two-step equations?

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To find the value of the variable.

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What is the first step to solve the equation: 11 - 3x = 44?

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Subtract 11 from both sides.

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Solve for n: 6n + 4 = -26

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n = -5

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Solve for x: -4x + 1 = 21

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x = -5

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

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To manipulate the equation so that the variable is alone on one side.

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What operation would you perform first in the equation: 3x - 5 = 10?

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Add 5 to both sides.

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Solve for x: 3x - 5 = 10

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x = 5.