Two Step Equations with Fractions

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What is a two-step equation?

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

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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How do you isolate a variable in a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operations in reverse order: first undo addition or subtraction, then undo multiplication or division.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2x + 3 = 11?

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Subtract 3 from both sides to get 2x = 8.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the solution to the equation 2x = 8?

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Divide both sides by 2 to find x = 4.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What does it mean to check your solution in an equation?

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Checking your solution means substituting the value back into the original equation to verify that both sides are equal.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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Solve the equation: 3y - 5 = 10.

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y = 5.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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Solve the equation: 4n + 2 = 10.

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n = 2.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the solution to the equation -4x + 1 = 21?

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x = -5.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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How do you solve an equation with fractions, such as 1/2x + 3 = 7?

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First, subtract 3 from both sides, then multiply by the denominator to eliminate the fraction.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the solution to the equation 1/2x + 3 = 7?

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x = 8.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A