Multi Step Equations

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What is a multi-step equation?

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A multi-step equation is an equation that requires more than one step to solve, often involving operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation until the variable is alone on one side.

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What does it mean to distribute in an equation?

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Distributing means multiplying a single term by each term inside a set of parentheses.

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Solve: -3(2x + 7) = -18

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x = -0.5

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Solve: -2(3x + 2) = 38

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x = -7

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Solve: 20 = 2(4x + 2)

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x = 2

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Solve: 3(x - 2) = 36

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x = 14

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Solve: 9x - 4 - 5x = 36

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x = 10

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3(x - 2) = 36?

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The first step is to distribute the 3 to both terms inside the parentheses.

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What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?

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Combining like terms simplifies the equation, making it easier to solve.