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, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division to isolate the variable.

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What is the first step to solve for b in the equation 2b = -16?

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Divide 2 to both sides.

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What is the first step to solving the equation x - 62 = 123?

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Add 62 to each side.

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In an equation, what do you want to achieve with the variable?

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Get the variable by itself.

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Evaluate: -35 + y = 70. What is y?

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y = 105.

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What operation would you use to isolate the variable in the equation 3x = 12?

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Divide both sides by 3.

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If you have the equation x + 5 = 10, what is the first step to solve for x?

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Subtract 5 from both sides.

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What does it mean to 'isolate the variable' in an equation?

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It means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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In the equation 4y = 20, what is the value of y?

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y = 5.

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What is the first step to solve the equation -2x = 8?

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Divide both sides by -2.