Two step equations

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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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Solve for x: 2x + 3 = 11

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x = 4

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What is the first step to solve the equation 5x - 2 = 8?

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Add 2 to both sides.

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Solve for y: 3y - 6 = 0

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y = 2

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

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Isolating the variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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Solve for z: 4z + 8 = 0

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z = -2

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What is the second step to solve the equation 6x = 18?

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Divide both sides by 6.

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Identify the solution for the equation: 7 - 2x = 1

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x = 3

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What is the purpose of performing the same operation on both sides of an equation?

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To maintain the equality of the equation.

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Solve for a: 2(a + 3) = 14

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a = 4