Two-Step Equations

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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Subtract 3 from both sides.

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When solving a two-step equation, which operations do you undo first?

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You undo addition and subtraction first.

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Divide by 5.

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What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

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To find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What does it mean to 'undo' an operation in algebra?

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To 'undo' an operation means to perform the opposite operation to isolate the variable.

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Subtract 4 from both sides.

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