004.2 - Multistep Equations

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What is a multistep equation?

Back

A multistep equation is an equation that requires more than one step to solve, often involving operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation until the variable is alone on one side.

Front

Solve for x: 4x - 3 = 17

Back

x = 5

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What is the first step to solve the equation 10(h + 1) - 4 = 76?

Back

First, add 4 to both sides to simplify the equation.

Front

Solve for h: 10(h + 1) - 4 = 76

Back

h = 7

Front

What does it mean to distribute in an equation?

Back

Distributing means multiplying a term outside the parentheses by each term inside the parentheses.

Front

Solve for n: 6(2n + 5) = 66

Back

n = 3

Front

What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?

Back

Combining like terms simplifies the equation, making it easier to solve.

Front

Solve for x: 4 = 2(x + 3)

Back

x = -1

Front

What is the solution to the equation 3y + 6 + 4y - 7 = -8?

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y = -1