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: 3(x-4) = -3

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x = 3

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What is the first step to solve the equation 6 = \frac{m}{7} - 3?

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Add 3 to both sides to isolate the term with m.

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Solve: 5x + 12 = -13

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x = -5

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What does it mean to check your answer in an equation?

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It means substituting the solution back into the original equation to verify that both sides are equal.

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Solve: -8x + 9 = 33

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x = -3

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What is the goal when solving a two-step equation?

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The goal is to isolate the variable on one side of the equation.

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Solve: 3x + 2 = -25

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x = -9

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction is the inverse operation of addition.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division is the inverse operation of multiplication.