Solving Multistep Equations

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 2x - 3 + 4x = 27?

Back

Combine like terms to simplify the equation.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 2m + 6m = 32?

Back

m = 4

Front

What does it mean to isolate the variable in an equation?

Back

To get the variable by itself on one side of the equation.

Front

Solve for v in the equation 3v + 12 = 57.

Back

v = 15

Front

What is the solution to the equation 4 = 2(x + 3)?

Back

x = -1

Front

What is a multistep equation?

Back

An equation that requires more than one step to solve.

Front

What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?

Back

To simplify the equation and make it easier to solve.

Front

If 5x - 10 = 0, what is the value of x?

Back

x = 2

Front

What is the solution to the equation 7x + 3 = 24?

Back

x = 3

Front

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

Back

Substitute the solution back into the original equation.