Two-Step Equation Word Problems

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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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How do you isolate a variable in a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operations in the reverse order of how they are applied.

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What does it mean to solve a word problem involving equations?

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It means translating a real-world scenario into a mathematical equation and finding the value of the unknown.

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What is the first step in solving a two-step equation?

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The first step is to eliminate the constant term from one side of the equation.

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What is the second step in solving a two-step equation?

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The second step is to divide or multiply to solve for the variable.

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Translate: 'A number less than 7 is 20' into an equation.

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7 - x = 20.

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If a printer prints 10 pages per minute and has printed a total of 115 pages, how do you set up the equation?

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Let m be the minutes. The equation is 10m + 35 = 115.

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How do you find the total amount of candy if each friend ends up with 8 pieces after giving away 7?

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Set up the equation: c/4 - 7 = 8.

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What does the equation 7x + 35 = 63 represent in a real-world scenario?

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It represents the total charge for car repairs, where x is the number of hours worked.

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How do you express Jim's gym membership situation as an equation?

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The equation is 50 + 20m = 290, where m is the number of months.