Solving One-Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in one operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, you perform the opposite operation on both sides of the equation.

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What is the opposite of addition?

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The opposite of addition is subtraction.

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What is the opposite of subtraction?

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The opposite of subtraction is addition.

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What is the opposite of multiplication?

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The opposite of multiplication is division.

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What is the opposite of division?

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The opposite of division is multiplication.

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Solve for x: x + 5 = 12

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x = 7

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Solve for y: 3y = 15

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y = 5

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Solve for z: z - 4 = 10

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z = 14

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If 2x = 10, what is x?

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x = 5