Solving One & Two Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

An equation that can be solved in one operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is a two-step equation?

Back

An equation that requires two operations to solve, typically involving addition or subtraction followed by multiplication or division.

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Solve the equation: 2x + 3 = 11

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x = 4

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Solve the equation: 3y - 5 = 16

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y = 7

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What is the first step in solving the equation: 4x - 8 = 0?

Back

Add 8 to both sides.

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What is the opposite operation of multiplication?

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Division.

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What is the opposite operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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Solve the equation: 5b - 6 = 24

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b = 6.

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

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To manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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Solve the equation: -1.2z = -4.8

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z = 4.