Multiplying and Dividing 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 one operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you solve the equation 5k = 20?

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To solve for k, divide both sides by 5: k = 20 / 5 = 4.

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What is the solution to the equation 4x = 24?

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To solve for x, divide both sides by 4: x = 24 / 4 = 6.

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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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How do you check the solution of an equation?

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

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What is the solution to the equation 3b = 21?

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To solve for b, divide both sides by 3: b = 21 / 3 = 7.

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What is the solution to the equation 3d = 33?

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To solve for d, divide both sides by 3: d = 33 / 3 = 11.

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What is the principle of inverse operations?

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The principle of inverse operations states that operations can be undone by their inverse, such as addition and subtraction or multiplication and division.

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What is the first step in solving a one-step multiplication equation?

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The first step is to divide both sides of the equation by the coefficient of the variable.

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What is a coefficient in an equation?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor that multiplies a variable in an equation.