One and Two Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single step, typically by performing the same operation on both sides to isolate the variable.

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation requires two operations to isolate the variable, usually involving addition or subtraction followed by multiplication or division.

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Subtract 2 from both sides to isolate t.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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

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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 while simplifying it.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction is the inverse operation of addition.