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 by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

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

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

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Solve for n: n + 4 = 12

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n = 8

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Solve for n: n - 18 = 3

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n = 21

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Solve for m: m - 432 = 274

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m = 706

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Solve for x: x - 7 = 2

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x = 9

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Solve for x: 48 = x - 37

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x = 85

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What operation would you use to solve n + 4 = 12?

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You would subtract 4 from both sides of the equation.

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What operation would you use to solve n - 18 = 3?

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You would add 18 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the first step to solve the equation x - 7 = 2?

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Add 7 to both sides of the equation.