One-Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

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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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 3 = 5?

Back

Subtract 3 from both sides to isolate x.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 3x = 12?

Back

Divide both sides by 3 to isolate x.

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What is the first step to solve the equation x - 4 = 2?

Back

Add 4 to both sides to isolate x.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2x = -8?

Back

Divide both sides by 2 to isolate x.

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

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

Front

What is the solution to the equation x + 5 = 10?

Back

x = 5.

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What is the solution to the equation 4x = 20?

Back

x = 5.

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What is the solution to the equation x - 7 = -2?

Back

x = 5.

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What is the solution to the equation 5x = 25?

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x = 5.