Two Step Equations - Whole Numbers

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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. It typically involves addition or subtraction followed by multiplication or division.

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How do you isolate a variable in a two-step equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operations in reverse order: first undo addition or subtraction, then undo multiplication or division.

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Solve the equation: 11 = 3z + 5. What is z?

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z = 2.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 2d + 7 = 9?

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Subtract 7 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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d = 18.

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What does it mean to 'balance' an equation?

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Balancing an equation means ensuring both sides of the equation remain equal after performing operations.

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Solve the equation: 22 = 4 + 6e. What is e?

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e = 3.

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What is the second step to solve the equation 10 = 6 + 4m?

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After subtracting 6 from both sides, divide by 4 to solve for m.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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The inverse operation of addition is subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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The inverse operation of multiplication is division.