Solving 1-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.

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How do you solve the equation x + 5 = 12?

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To solve for x, subtract 5 from both sides: x = 12 - 5, so x = 7.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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The inverse operation of addition is subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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The inverse operation of multiplication is division.

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How do you solve the equation 3x = 15?

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To solve for x, divide both sides by 3: x = 15 / 3, so x = 5.

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

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Isolating the variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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If x - 4 = 10, how do you find x?

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Add 4 to both sides: x = 10 + 4, so x = 14.

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What is the solution to the equation x/2 = 6?

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Multiply both sides by 2: x = 6 * 2, so x = 12.

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What is a variable in an equation?

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A variable is a symbol, often represented by a letter, that stands for an unknown value.

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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.