Solving Two-Step Equations with Distributive Property Flashcard

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What is the distributive property in mathematics?

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A property that allows you to distribute or pass out to numbers inside parentheses.

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Explain how to use the distributive property to solve equations.

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Combine like terms after distributing.

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Solve the equation: 5(2x - 1) = 39

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x = 4

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Solve the equation: 2(4x + 3) = 26

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x = 2

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Solve the equation: 4(3x - 2) = 20

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x = 3

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3(x + 4) = 21?

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Distribute 3 to both x and 4.

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If 2(x - 5) = 10, what is the value of x?

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x = 10

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What does it mean to combine like terms in an equation?

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It means to add or subtract terms that have the same variable and exponent.

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Solve the equation: 6(2x + 1) = 42

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x = 3

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What is the purpose of using the distributive property in solving equations?

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To simplify expressions by eliminating parentheses.