2 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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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 eliminate the constant term, then the coefficient of the variable.

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What does it mean to have a negative solution in an equation?

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A negative solution indicates that the value of the variable is less than zero, which can represent various real-world scenarios.

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How do you handle fractions when solving equations?

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You can multiply both sides of the equation by the least common denominator (LCD) to eliminate fractions.

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How do you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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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 purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

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Inverse operations are used to undo the operations applied to the variable, allowing us to isolate it.