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 step by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

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Solve the equation: 5 = f - 2

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f = 7

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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The inverse operation of subtraction is addition.

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Solve the equation: -5x = 25

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x = -5

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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The inverse operation of multiplication is division.

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Solve the equation: 2y = 18

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y = 9

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

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

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Solve the equation: x/3 = 4

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x = 12

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c = -33

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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 5 = 12?

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Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate x.