1&2 Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

Front

What is a two-step equation?

Back

A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to isolate the variable, usually involving both addition/subtraction and multiplication/division.

Front

Solve: 3x + 7 = -8

Back

x = -5

Front

Solve: -4x + 9 = 41

Back

x = -8

Front

Solve for a: a + 17 = 21

Back

a = 4

Front

Solve: 9 + 3x = 10

Back

x = 1/3

Front

Solve the equation: -5x = 25

Back

x = -5

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 2x + 3 = 11?

Back

Subtract 3 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

Front

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

Back

Isolating a variable means manipulating the equation to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

Front

What is the solution to the equation x/4 = 2?

Back

x = 8