Literal & Multi-Step Equations

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What is a literal equation?

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A literal equation is an equation that contains two or more variables. It is often solved for one variable in terms of the others.

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What is the first step in solving multi-step equations?

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The first step is to simplify both sides of the equation by combining like terms and using the distributive property if necessary.

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What does it mean to distribute in an equation?

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What is the distributive property?

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What is a solution to an equation?

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A solution to an equation is a value that makes the equation true when substituted for the variable.

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What is the purpose of combining like terms?

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Combining like terms simplifies an expression or equation, making it easier to solve.