One-Step and Two-Step Equations Flashcard

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What is a one-step equation?

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An equation that can be solved in a single operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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By performing inverse operations to both sides of the equation.

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What is the first step to solve the equation x - 62 = 123?

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Add 62 to both sides.

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What is the solution to the equation 9x = 153?

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x = 17 (by dividing both sides by 9).

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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Finding the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is a two-step equation?

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An equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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How do you solve the equation 11 - 3x = 44?

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Subtract 11 from both sides, then divide by -3.

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What is the solution to the equation 2x = 10?

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x = 5 (by dividing both sides by 2).

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What operation would you use to solve the equation 3x = 12?

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Divide both sides by 3.

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What is the purpose of checking your solution in an equation?

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To verify that the value found satisfies the original equation.