One-Step Equations

Front

What do we call a symbol for an unknown value?

Back

A variable.

Front

Which step is needed to isolate the variable in the equation 11x = 121?

Back

Multiply both sides by 11.

Front

Which equation means "the quotient of a number and 3 is 6"?

Back

Front

What is the inverse operation of division?

Back

Multiplication.

Front

To solve an equation, the goal is to ___ the variable on one side.

Back

Isolate.

Front

What is a coefficient in an equation?

Back

A number that multiplies a variable.

Front

What does it mean to balance an equation?

Back

To make both sides equal by performing the same operation.

Front

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

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 3x = 12?

Back

x = 4.

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

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