One step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

Front

Solve for x: x + 8 = 15

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x = 7

Front

What operation would you use to isolate n in the equation 5n = 30?

Back

You would divide both sides by 5.

Front

Solve for n: 5n = 30

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n = 6

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What is the first step to solve the equation 4p = 16?

Back

Divide both sides by 4.

Front

Solve for p: 4p = 16

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p = 4

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

Back

To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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Solve for y: 2y = 18

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y = 9

Front

What is the solution to the equation 4 = 4m - 2m?

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m = 2

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What is the purpose of solving one-step equations?

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The purpose is to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.