Basic Two Step Equations Flashcard

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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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What is the first step in solving the equation 2y + 17 = 55?

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Subtract 17 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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Solve for f: 3f + 2 = 14

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f = 4

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Solve for x: 3x + 5 = 17

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x = 4

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Apply inverse operations to solve: 2x + 7 = 15

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x = 4

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What is the solution for d: 4d + 6 = 26?

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d = 5

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What are inverse operations?

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Inverse operations are pairs of operations that undo each other, such as addition and subtraction or multiplication and division.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations to move all terms involving the variable to one side of the equation.

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

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Inverse operations are used to simplify equations and isolate the variable to find its value.

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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.