Solving One and Two Step Equations

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n=6

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What is the objective when solving an equation?

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Isolate the variable.

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Subtract 2 from both sides.

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Multiply both sides by -3.

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9a+b+2c.

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

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To get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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What is a one-step equation?

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An equation that can be solved in one operation.

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What is a two-step equation?

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An equation that requires two operations to solve.

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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.

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Subtract 5 from both sides.