Writing One Step Equations Skills Check - GREEN redo

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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, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you represent 'the difference between a number and another number' in an equation?

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You can represent it as n - m, where n is the first number and m is the second number.

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What does 'increased by' mean in an equation?

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'Increased by' means to add a number to another number, represented as n + m.

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What does 'decreased by' mean in an equation?

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'Decreased by' means to subtract a number from another number, represented as n - m.

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How do you write an equation for 'the sum of a number and a constant'?

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You write it as n + c, where n is the number and c is the constant.

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If John had $45 and spent an unknown amount p, how would you express the amount he has left?

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You would express it as 45 - p.

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What equation represents the total cost if Daniel paid $7.50 for gum and x for other items totaling $47.50?

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The equation is 7.50 + x = 47.50.

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How do you solve the equation 25 + n = 92 for n?

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Subtract 25 from both sides: n = 92 - 25, so n = 67.

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

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Subtract 23 from both sides: n = 30 - 23, so n = 7.

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What does it mean to 'solve for x' in an equation?

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To 'solve for x' means to find the value of x that makes the equation true.