SOL 6.13 One-Step Linear Equations Flashcard

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What is a one-step linear equation?

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A one-step linear equation is an equation that can be solved in a single step, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division to isolate the variable.

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Multiply both sides of the equation by 3.

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What is the solution to the equation 18 + m = 8?

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m = -10.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.

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What is the inverse operation of division?

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Multiplication.

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What is an expression in mathematics?

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A representation of a quantity that contains numbers, variables, and/or operation symbols, but does not have an equal sign.

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z = 2.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side of the equation by itself.