Two Step Equations Word Problems

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What is a two-step equation?

Back

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

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 5b - 6 = 24?

Back

Add 6 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the second step in solving the equation 5b - 6 = 24?

Back

Divide both sides by 5.

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If Terry's total bill for car repair was $375, and he was charged $150 for parts, how do you find the cost of labor?

Back

Subtract $150 from $375 to find the cost of labor.

Front

How do you represent the total cost of Scott's car service in an equation?

Back

The equation is 7x + 35 = 63, where x is the number of hours worked.

Front

What does the variable 'x' represent in the equation 4x + 7 = 23?

Back

The variable 'x' represents the number of units or items being solved for.

Front

How do you isolate 'x' in the equation 4x + 7 = 23?

Back

First, subtract 7 from both sides, then divide by 4.

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What is the total charge for a taxi ride if the base fare is $3 and the cost per mile is $1.50?

Back

The total charge is calculated as $3 + ($1.50 * number of miles).

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If Mr. Lewis was charged $30 for a taxi ride, how do you find the number of miles traveled?

Back

Set up the equation: 3 + 1.50m = 30, where m is the number of miles.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 4x + 7 = 23?

Back

x = 4.