Writing and solving one step equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step by performing the same operation on both sides to isolate the variable.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the opposite operation of what is currently being done to the variable on both sides of the equation.

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What does it mean to 'solve' an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

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Inverse operations are used to undo the operations applied to the variable, allowing us to isolate it and find its value.

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