Solving Two-Step Equations

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Using the 'opposite operation' to 'undo' and isolate the variable when solving an equation is more commonly called...

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Inverse operations

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Solve for x: -6x + 1 = -11

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x = 2

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Solve for a: 2a - 3 = -7

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a = -2

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Solve for a: 3a + 4 = 1

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a = -1

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Solve for x: -4x + 1 = 21

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x = -5

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What is the first step in solving the equation 5x - 7 = 8?

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Add 7 to both sides.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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To get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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Solve for x: 2x + 3 = 11

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x = 4

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Solve for y: 4y - 5 = 11

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y = 4

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

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To 'undo' operations and isolate the variable.