One-Step Equations

Front

If x - 7 = -4, what is the first step to solve for x?

Back

Add 7 to both sides.

Front

If x + 2 = 12, what is the first step to solve for x?

Back

Subtract 2 from both sides.

Front

What is the inverse operation of Multiplication?

Back

Division.

Front

Solve for x: x - 3 = 12

Back

x = 15.

Front

What is the inverse operation of division?

Back

Multiplication.

Front

What is an equation?

Back

A mathematical statement that two expressions are equal.

Front

What does it mean to solve an equation?

Back

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

Front

What is a variable in mathematics?

Back

A symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value.

Front

What is the purpose of using inverse operations?

Back

To isolate the variable and solve the equation.

Front

If x + 5 = 10, what is the value of x?

Back

x = 5.