Two Step Equations Review

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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Solve for c: 3c + 5 = 23

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c = 6

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

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Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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Write an equation for Scott's car bill if Kylie's bill was $63.

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7x + 35 = 63

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Solve for p: 6p - 5 = 13

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p = 3

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What is the first step to solve the equation: 11 - 3x = 44?

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Subtract 11 from both sides.

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What is the purpose of performing the same operation on both sides of an equation?

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To maintain the equality of the equation.

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Solve for b: 5b - 6 = 24

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b = 6

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.