Solving Multistep/Variables on both sides Equations

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What is a multistep equation?

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A multistep equation is an equation that requires more than one step to solve, often involving combining like terms, using the distributive property, and isolating the variable.

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What does it mean to have variables on both sides of an equation?

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Having variables on both sides of an equation means that the variable appears on both the left and right sides, requiring manipulation to isolate the variable.

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How do you solve the equation 2x + 3(5x - 7) = 47?

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1. Distribute: 2x + 15x - 21 = 47 2. Combine like terms: 17x - 21 = 47 3. Add 21 to both sides: 17x = 68 4. Divide by 17: x = 4.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 4(1-x)+3x=-2(x+1)?

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The first step is to distribute on both sides: 4 - 4x + 3x = -2x - 2.

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How do you isolate the variable in the equation 5x - 14 = 8x + 4?

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1. Subtract 5x from both sides: -14 = 3x + 4 2. Subtract 4 from both sides: -18 = 3x 3. Divide by 3: x = -6.

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What is the distributive property?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac, allowing you to multiply a single term by each term inside a parenthesis.

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What does it mean to combine like terms?

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Combining like terms involves adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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What is the solution to the equation 4(1-x)+3x=-2(x+1)?

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x = -6.

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What is the solution to the equation 5x - 14 = 8x + 4?

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x = -6.

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What is the purpose of checking your solution in an equation?

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Checking your solution ensures that the value you found satisfies the original equation, confirming its correctness.