Two Step Equations

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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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Solve for x: 2x + 6 = 14

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x = 4

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What is the first step in solving 2y + 17 = 55?

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Subtract 17 from both sides.

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What is the goal of solving two-step equations?

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To find the value of the variable.

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Solve for x: 11 - 3x = 44

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x = -11

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What is the first step to solve 5b - 6 = 24?

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Add 6 to both sides.

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What do you do after adding 6 to both sides in 5b - 6 = 24?

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Divide both sides by 5.

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Solve for y: 3y + 9 = 30

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y = 7

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What is the first step in solving 4x - 8 = 16?

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Add 8 to both sides.

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Solve for x: 2x - 4 = 10

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x = 7