Solving One Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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Multiply both sides by -8 to get c = -96.

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What is the solution to the equation 3w = 15?

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Divide both sides by 3 to find w = 5.

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How do you solve the equation x + 12 = 20?

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Subtract 12 from both sides to find x = 8.

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What is the solution to the equation 18 + m = 8?

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Subtract 18 from both sides to find m = -10.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation until the variable is alone.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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The inverse operation of addition is subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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The inverse operation of multiplication is division.

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If you have the equation 10 = k + 19, how do you solve for k?

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Subtract 19 from both sides to find k = -9.

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What does it mean to 'balance' an equation?

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Balancing an equation means ensuring that both sides of the equation remain equal after performing operations.