Writing One Step Equations Skills Check-4th Period

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in one operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you represent the phrase 'the difference between 14 and a number' mathematically?

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It can be represented as 14 - n, where n is the unknown number.

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What does it mean to 'solve' an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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Write an equation for: 'The sum of a number and 23 is 30.'

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n + 23 = 30.

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What is the solution to the equation n + 23 = 30?

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n = 7.

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How do you represent '15 less than a number' mathematically?

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It can be represented as n - 15.

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What is the equation for: 'John had $45 and spent an unknown amount p, leaving him with $13'?

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45 - p = 13.

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What is the solution to the equation 45 - p = 13?

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p = 32.

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What does 'the sum' refer to in mathematics?

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The sum refers to the result of adding two or more numbers together.

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Write an equation for: 'The difference between a number and 8 is 14.'

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n - 8 = 14.