Solving Multi-Step Equations

Front

Solve for x: 3x + 2(4x - 4) = 3

Back

x = 1

Front

What is the first step to complete when solving this equation? 10 - 3y = 4

Back

Subtract 10

Front

What is the first step in solving this equation: 5x + 7 = 12?

Back

Subtract 7

Front

Solve for b: -11 + 3(b + 5) = 7

Back

b = 1

Front

Solve for v: 8v - 4(v + 8) = 8

Back

v = 10

Front

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

Back

To manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

Front

What is the distributive property?

Back

a(b + c) = ab + ac, used to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a parenthesis.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation: 2x + 3 = 11?

Back

Subtract 3 from both sides.

Front

What is the solution to the equation: 4(x - 2) = 12?

Back

x = 5

Front

What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?

Back

To simplify the equation and make it easier to solve.