Solving One-Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step, typically by performing the inverse operation to isolate the variable.

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Solve for x: x + 12 = 20

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x = 8

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What is the first step to solve the equation: 9x = 153?

Back

Divide both sides by 9.

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Solve for b: 6b = 30

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b = 5

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What equation represents this situation: Robyn had some video games then bought 4 more. Now she has a total of 10 games?

Back

v + 4 = 10

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

Back

Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.

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If x - 5 = 10, what is x?

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x = 15

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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Solve for x: 2(x + 9) = 36

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x = 9