2 step equations flashcard

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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How do you isolate a variable in a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations in the reverse order of operations.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 3x + 2 = -25?

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Subtract 2 from both sides of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation 3x + 2 = -25?

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x = -9.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 12 - 6y = 24?

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Subtract 12 from both sides of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation 12 - 6y = 24?

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y = -2.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 17 - 2d = 29?

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Subtract 17 from both sides of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation 17 - 2d = 29?

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d = -6.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 6 - 2a = 4?

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Subtract 6 from both sides of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation 6 - 2a = 4?

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a = 1.