Two Step Equation / 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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How do you isolate a variable in a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operations in reverse order: first undo addition or subtraction, then undo multiplication or division.

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Solve for x: -18 - 6x = 36

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x = -9

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Solve for x: 5x - 2 = -57

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x = -11

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What does it mean if an inequality is represented as x < 2?

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It means that x can take any value less than 2.

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Solve the inequality: 4x + 1 < 9

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x < 2

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What is the solution to the inequality 7x + 6 ≥ 20?

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x ≥ 2

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What is the first step to solve the equation -4 + 2x = 24?

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Add 4 to both sides to isolate the term with x.

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What is the solution to the equation -4 + 2x = 24?

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x = 14

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What does it mean to have a solution set for an inequality?

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A solution set for an inequality is the range of values that satisfy the inequality.