Quick Flashcard: Solving 1 and 2 Step Equations

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing one or more variables.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What is a variable in mathematics?

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A variable is a symbol, often represented by a letter, that stands for an unknown value in an equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the opposite of addition?

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The opposite of addition is subtraction.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1D

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What is the opposite of subtraction?

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The opposite of subtraction is addition.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.5

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What is the opposite of multiplication?

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The opposite of multiplication is division.

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CCSS.3.OA.C.7

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What is the opposite of division?

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The opposite of division is multiplication.

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Solve for x: x + 5 = 10

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x = 5

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for x: 3x = 12

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x = 4

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for x: x - 7 = 2

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x = 9

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7