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 by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

Front

Solve: 35 = 2.5n

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n = 14

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What is the first step to solve the equation y + 9.3 = -4.2?

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Subtract 9.3 from both sides to isolate y.

Front

Solve: y + 9.3 = -4.2

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y = -13.5

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

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Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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Solve: -11 = n - 6

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n = -5

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What operation would you use to solve the equation m + 18 = -8?

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Subtract 18 from both sides.

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Solve: m + 18 = -8

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m = -26

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What is the purpose of balancing an equation?

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The purpose of balancing an equation is to maintain equality by performing the same operation on both sides.

Front

Solve: -9 = 28 + y

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y = -37