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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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side of the equation by itself, making it easier to solve.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the first step to solve the equation: 3x = 12?

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Divide both sides by 3 to get x = 4.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What equation represents the situation: 'A number decreased by 5 equals 15'?

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x - 5 = 15.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the solution to the equation: x + 7 = 20?

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x = 20 - 7, so x = 13.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What operation would you use to solve the equation: 5y = 25?

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Divide both sides by 5.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

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What does the equation v + 4 = 10 represent?

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It represents a situation where a variable v, when increased by 4, equals 10.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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

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Divide both sides by 2 to get b = -8.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the solution to the equation: 10 - x = 4?

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x = 10 - 4, so x = 6.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What does it mean to 'multiply both sides' of an equation?

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It means to perform the same multiplication operation on both sides of the equation to maintain equality.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1