Multi Step Equations

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What is a multi-step equation?

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An equation that requires more than one step to solve, often involving operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

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What does it mean to distribute in an equation?

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To multiply each term inside a parentheses by the term outside the parentheses.

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What are like terms?

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Terms in an expression that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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How do you combine like terms?

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By adding or subtracting the coefficients of the like terms.

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What is the first step in solving a multi-step equation?

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Identify if you need to distribute, combine like terms, or isolate the variable.

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Solve the equation: 2x + 3 = 11.

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x = 4.

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Solve the equation: 5(x - 2) = 15.

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x = 5.

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What is the purpose of showing your work in math?

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To demonstrate the steps taken to arrive at the solution, making it easier to identify errors.

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What does it mean to isolate the variable?

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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 the equation: 3x + 4 = 19.

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x = 5.