One-Step Equations

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What is an equation?

Back

An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing one or more variables.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 8 = m - 12?

Back

Add 12 to both sides of the equation.

Front

Solve for m: 8 = m - 12

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m = 20

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What is the solution for x in the equation x + 5 = 15?

Back

x = 10

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How do you isolate the variable in the equation w + 6 = 31?

Back

Subtract 6 from both sides of the equation.

Front

What is the solution for w in the equation w + 6 = 31?

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w = 25

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What is the first step to solve the equation 48 = 3y?

Back

Divide both sides of the equation by 3.

Front

Solve for y: 48 = 3y

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y = 16

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

Back

To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is the difference between an equation and an expression?

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An equation contains an equal sign and shows that two expressions are equal, while an expression does not contain an equal sign.