Write & Solve One Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3f = 63?

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Divide both sides of the equation by 3 to isolate f.

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If 13x = 65, what is the value of x?

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x = 5.

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What is the solution to the equation m + 13 = 21?

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m = 8.

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How do you write an equation for a word problem?

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Identify the unknown, define a variable, and translate the words into a mathematical equation.

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What is the solution to the equation m - 14 = 76?

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m = 90.

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What does the variable represent in an equation?

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The variable represents an unknown value that we are trying to find.

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How can you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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What is the equation for Todd's fish problem?

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3f = 63.