One-Step Equations (Positive Values Only)

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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 a single step by performing an inverse operation.

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What does 'subtract' mean in mathematics?

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To take away a number from another number.

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Solve for m: m + 12 = 18

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m = 6

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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What does 'product' mean?

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The result of multiplying two or more numbers.

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Solve for m: 5m = 10

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m = 2

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What is the best first step to solve the equation: 18 = m + 12?

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Subtract 12 from both sides.

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What is the best first step to solve the equation: f + 6 = 6?

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Subtract 6 from both sides.

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What does 'divide' mean in mathematics?

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To separate a number into equal parts.

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Solve for m: 3m = 9

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m = 3