One-Step Equations

Front

What is the inverse operation of Multiplication?

Back

Division

Front

If x - 7 = -4, what is the first step to solve for x?

Back

Add 7 to both sides.

Front

Solve for x: x + 5 = 25

Back

x = 20

Front

Solve for x: 5x = 95

Back

x = 19

Front

What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

Back

Addition

Front

What is an equation?

Back

A mathematical statement that two expressions are equal.

Front

What does it mean to solve an equation?

Back

To find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

Front

What is a variable in mathematics?

Back

A symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 3x = 12?

Back

Divide both sides by 3.

Front

What is the solution to the equation x + 10 = 15?

Back

x = 5