One Step Equations

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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 by performing an inverse operation.

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Solve for x: x + 5 = 12

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x = 7

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What does 'inverse' mean in mathematics?

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Inverse refers to the opposite operation that 'undoes' another operation, such as addition and subtraction.

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Solve for x: 3x = 12

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x = 4

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What is the first step to solve the equation x - 8 = 10?

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Add 8 to both sides of the equation.

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Solve for x: x/4 = 3

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x = 12

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What is the solution to the equation 2x + 6 = 14?

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x = 4

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What operation would you use to solve x + 10 = 15?

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Subtract 10 from both sides.

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Solve for x: 5x = 25

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x = 5

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What is the term for the number that is added or subtracted in an equation?

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Constant.