Solving Multistep Equations

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What is a multistep equation?

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

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

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Distribute the 2 to both terms inside the parentheses.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation until the variable is alone on one side.

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What does it mean to distribute in an equation?

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Distributing means to multiply a term by each term inside parentheses.

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Solve the equation: 10(h + 1) - 4 = 76.

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h = 7.

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

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x = -1.

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What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?

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Combining like terms simplifies the equation, making it easier to solve.

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What is the result of distributing 4 in the equation 4(x + 3)?

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4x + 12.

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How do you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 2x + 3 = 11?

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Subtract 3 from both sides.