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, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

Front

Solve for x: x + 5 = 12

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x = 7

Front

What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction

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Solve for y: 3y = 15

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y = 5

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate an equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

Front

Solve for x: 10 = x - 4

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x = 14

Front

What is the inverse operation of division?

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Multiplication

Front

Solve for r: r + 12 = 25

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r = 13

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What is the first step to solve the equation: 6y = 42?

Back

Divide both sides by 6.

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Solve for x: 5x = 25

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x = 5