Two step equation practice

Front

What is a two-step equation?

Back

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

Front

Solve the equation: 4x + 7 = 23

Back

x = 4

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 3c + 5 = 23?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

Front

Solve the equation: 3c + 5 = 23

Back

c = 6

Front

What does the variable represent in an equation?

Back

A variable represents an unknown value that can change or vary.

Front

Identify the variable in the expression: 3x + 9

Back

x

Front

Solve the equation: 9 + 3x = 10

Back

x = 1/3

Front

What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

Back

Isolating the variable allows us to find its value by getting it alone on one side of the equation.

Front

Solve the equation: x/5 - 13 = 20

Back

x = 165

Front

What is the second step to solve the equation 4x + 7 = 23 after isolating the term with the variable?

Back

Divide or multiply to solve for the variable.