Solving 1 and 2 Step Equations

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing variables.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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What operation do you perform to isolate a variable in an equation?

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You perform inverse operations to isolate the variable.

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In the equation 2x + 7 = 11, what is the first step to solve for x?

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Subtract 7 from both sides of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation c - 5 = 32?

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c = 37.

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How do you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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What is the solution to the equation 3z + 2 = 17?

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z = 5.

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What does it mean to perform the inverse operation?

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The inverse operation is the opposite operation that undoes the effect of the original operation.