Solve One-Step (+/-) Equations

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What is the goal when solving an equation?

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To isolate the variable by getting it by itself on one side of the equation.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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If James will be 49 in 12 years, how old is he now?

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37

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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How do you isolate the variable in the equation x - 62 = 123?

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Add 62 to each side.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for x: x - 8 = -5

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x = 3

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What equation represents Robyn's situation of having some video games and then buying 4 more to have a total of 10?

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v + 4 = 10

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

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What is a one-step equation?

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An equation that can be solved in a single step, usually by adding or subtracting a number.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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If x + 5 = 12, what is the value of x?

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x = 7

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What operation would you use to solve the equation x - 10 = 15?

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Add 10 to both sides.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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In the equation 3x = 12, how do you solve for x?

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Divide both sides by 3.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7