One-Step Equations (Pictorial models)

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

Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side by itself, allowing you to find its value.

Algebra tiles are visual tools that help students understand and model equations, making it easier to see how to manipulate and solve them.

You would use one tile to represent $$x$$ , three positive tiles to represent +3, and nine total tiles to represent =9.

The solution is $$x = 3$$ .

You can check your solution by substituting the value back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

The equation is $$p - 6 = 18$$ .

The solution is $$p = 24$$ .

The equation is $$5h = 35$$ .

The solution is $$h = 7$$ .