Multi Step Equations (one, many, no solution)

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What is a multi-step equation?

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An equation that requires more than one step to solve, often involving operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What does it mean to distribute in an equation?

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To multiply a term outside of parentheses by each term inside the parentheses.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Solve the equation: 2a - 4(a - 5) = 10

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a = 1

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the first step in solving the equation 5 - 2(x - 7) = x + 1 + 3x?

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Distributing -2 to (x - 7) is the first step.

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What does it mean if an equation has no solution?

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It means that there are no values for the variable that will satisfy the equation.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7A

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Describe the solution set for the equation 2(x + 5) = 2x + 5.

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No solution.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7A

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What is the solution to the equation 3x + 2(4x - 4) = 3?

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x = 1

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the importance of combining like terms in multi-step equations?

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It simplifies the equation, making it easier to solve.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What does it mean if an equation has infinitely many solutions?

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It means that any value for the variable will satisfy the equation.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7A

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What is the first step in solving the equation 4x + 3 = 2x + 15?

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Subtract 2x from both sides.