One Step Equations (Multiplication and Division)

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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, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you solve the equation 45 = 9z?

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To solve for z, divide both sides by 9: z = 45 / 9 = 5.

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What is the solution to the equation 12 = 6w?

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To solve for w, divide both sides by 6: w = 12 / 6 = 2.

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How do you solve the equation 27 = 9a?

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To solve for a, divide both sides by 9: a = 27 / 9 = 3.

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What is the solution to the equation 6y = 24?

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To solve for y, divide both sides by 6: y = 24 / 6 = 4.

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How do you solve the equation 10b = 80?

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To solve for b, divide both sides by 10: b = 80 / 10 = 8.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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The inverse operation of multiplication is division.

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What is the inverse operation of division?

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The inverse operation of division is multiplication.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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What is the first step in solving a one-step multiplication equation?

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The first step is to divide both sides of the equation by the coefficient of the variable.