One-Step Equation Word Problems Riddle

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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.

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How do you solve for an unknown in a one-step equation?

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To solve for an unknown, you perform the inverse operation to isolate the variable on one side of the equation.

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If Johnny has $215 and needs $323.67 for an XBOX, how do you find out how much more he needs?

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Subtract Johnny's amount from the total cost: $323.67 - $215 = $108.67.

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What is the formula to find the total when dividing a bill evenly among people?

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Total Bill = Amount Paid by Each Person × Number of People.

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If Cindy, Jose, Champ, and Mark each paid $9.50, how do you calculate the total groceries bill?

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Total Bill = $9.50 × 4 = $38.00.

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How do you find the original price of an item after a discount?

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Add the discount amount to the sale price: Original Price = Sale Price + Discount.

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If Susan paid $32 after a $15 discount, what was the original price of the jeans?

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Original Price = $32 + $15 = $47.

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How do you determine how much money someone had before a purchase?

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Add the amount spent to the remaining amount: Amount Before = Amount Spent + Amount Remaining.

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If Titus has $32.80 left after spending $12.61, how much did he have before lunch?

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Amount Before = $12.61 + $32.80 = $45.41.

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What is the equation to find out the total allowance if you know the amount spent and the amount left?

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Allowance = Amount Spent + Amount Left.