Solve Two Step Equations and Inequalities

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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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Add 6 to both sides.

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What is the goal of solving equations?

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The goal is to find the value of the variable.

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What does the inequality g ≥ 90 represent?

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It means that the grade (g) must be at least 90.

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Subtract 7 from both sides.

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Add 5 to both sides.

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

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It means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side by itself.

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Multiply both sides by 3.

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions and shows that one is greater than, less than, or equal to the other.

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How do you represent 'x is less than 10' in inequality form?

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x < 10.