2 step equations

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 4x + 7 = 23?

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Subtract 7 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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Solve the equation: 4x + 7 = 23

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x = 4

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What is the equation to determine hours worked if an electrician charges $90 per hour plus a $60 fee for a total bill of $600?

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90h + 60 = 600

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What is the first step to solve the equation 11 - 3x = 44?

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Subtract 11 from both sides.

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Solve the equation: 11 - 3x = 44

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x = -11

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Solve the equation: 2x - 3 = 1

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x = 2

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Solve the equation: 3x + 5 = 4

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x = -1/3

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

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Inverse operations are used to undo operations applied to the variable, helping to isolate it.