Solving Two-Step Equations, 6Q, one word

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What is a two-step equation?

Back

A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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Solve for x: 2x + 3 = 11

Back

x = 4

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3x - 5 = 16?

Back

Add 5 to both sides to isolate the term with x.

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Solve for a: 5a - 7 = 18

Back

a = 5

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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Solve for x: x/4 + 2 = 5

Back

x = 12

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

Back

Inverse operations are used to undo operations and isolate the variable.

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Solve for y: 3y + 9 = 0

Back

y = -3

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What is the equation for Terry's car repair bill?

Back

50h + 150 = 375, where h is the number of hours.

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How do you check your solution for an equation?

Back

Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.