Solving One-Step Equations add and sub

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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 by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

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What does it mean to 'solve for x'?

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To 'solve for x' means to find the value of the variable x that makes the equation true.

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Solve for P: P - 6 = 2

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P = 8

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Solve for x: x + 17 = 31

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x = 14

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Solve for x: 9 = x - 37

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x = 46

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Solve for p: p - 5 = 13

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p = 18

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Solve for x: x + 9 = 12

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x = 3

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What operation would you use to isolate a variable in an equation like x + a = b?

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You would subtract 'a' from both sides of the equation.

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What operation would you use to isolate a variable in an equation like x - a = b?

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You would add 'a' to both sides of the equation.

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If x + 5 = 10, what is x?

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x = 5