Solving One 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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Solve for x: 4x = 8

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x = 2

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Solve for c: 3c = 12

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c = 4

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction is the inverse operation of addition.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division is the inverse operation of multiplication.

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Solve for x: x - 12 = 2

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x = 14

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Solve for x: x - 4 = 5

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x = 9

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Solve for x: 9 + x = 18

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x = 9

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate an equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 5 = 10?

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Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate x.