Multi Step Equations (one, many, no solution)

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When solving multistep equations, I am...

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It's important to understand the steps involved and practice regularly.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the first step in solving the equation 2a - 4(a - 5) = 10?

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Distribute -4 to a and -5.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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Which equation has a solution of x = 1?

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5x - 2 = 3.

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Which step cannot be performed first when solving the equation 5 - 2(x - 7) = x + 1 + 3x?

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5 - 2.

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Describe the solution set of 2(x + 5) = 2x + 5.

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No solution.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7A

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What is a multistep equation?

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An equation that requires more than one step to solve.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What does it mean if an equation has no solution?

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There are no values that satisfy the equation.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7A

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What does it mean if an equation has infinitely many solutions?

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Any value for the variable will satisfy the equation.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7A

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How do you isolate a variable in a multistep equation?

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Use inverse operations to get the variable alone on one side.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the distributive property?

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a(b + c) = ab + ac.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3