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

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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x = 100

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Divide both sides by -8.

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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 manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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y = 9

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Multiply both sides by -8.

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x = 5

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x = 4

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What is the purpose of checking your solution in an equation?

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To verify that the solution satisfies the original equation.

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