One Step Equations Flashcard

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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 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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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operation on both sides of the equation to get the variable by itself.

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What is the solution to the equation y - 4.6 = 12?

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y = 16.6

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How do you solve the equation ⅔m = -4?

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Multiply both sides by the reciprocal of ⅔, which is 3/2, to find m = -6.

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Which equation has x = 5 as the solution?

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The equation 2x = 10 has x = 5 as the solution.

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What is the solution to the equation 20.5 = x + 4?

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x = 16.5

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How do you show your work for x - 62 = 123?

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Add 62 to each side to isolate x.

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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.

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If x + 7 = 15, what is x?

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x = 8.