Solving 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 operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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Solve for x: x + 4 = -3

Back

x = -7

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 15 = m - 5?

Back

Add 5 to both sides to isolate m.

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Solve for c: c / 4 = 4

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c = 16

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Solve for y: 2y = 18

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y = 9

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Solve for w: w - 4 = 18

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w = 22

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

Back

Subtraction is the inverse operation of addition.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

Back

Division is the inverse operation of multiplication.

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If x + a = b, how do you isolate x?

Back

Subtract a from both sides: x = b - a.

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If m - b = c, how do you solve for m?

Back

Add b to both sides: m = c + b.