solving one step equations

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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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What is the goal when solving an equation?

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The goal is to isolate the variable on one side of the equation to find its value.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation, making it easier to solve.

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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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How do you solve the equation x + 15 = 10?

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Subtract 15 from both sides: x = 10 - 15, so x = -5.

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How do you solve the equation 2x = 10?

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Divide both sides by 2: x = 10 / 2, so x = 5.

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How do you solve the equation m + 13 = 21?

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Subtract 13 from both sides: m = 21 - 13, so m = 8.