11/29 - CW: Solving One + Two Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single step, typically by adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing both sides by the same number.

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation requires two operations to isolate the variable. It usually involves first adding or subtracting a number, then multiplying or dividing.

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x = 5

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y = 19

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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Isolating a variable means to manipulate an equation so that the variable is on one side of the equation by itself.

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n = -7

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Subtract 7 from both sides.

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m = 16

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x = -8

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Subtract 23 from both sides.