One Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

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

Back

Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side by itself, allowing you to find its value.

Front

Solve for r: r + 12 = 25

Back

r = 13

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Solve for w: 2w = 58

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w = 29

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Solve for n: 5n = 30

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n = 6

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Solve for n: n - 4 = 12

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n = 16

Front

Which equation represents the situation? William needs to sell 25 Husky Cards and has sold 9. How many more does he need to sell?

Back

t + 9 = 25

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation x + 5 = 12?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate x.

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What is the solution to the equation 3x = 21?

Back

x = 7

Front

What operation would you use to solve the equation x/4 = 3?

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Multiply both sides by 4 to isolate x.