Two Step Equations!!

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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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x = 4

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Add 3 to both sides to isolate the term with t.

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t = 5

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x = -5

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Subtract 6 from both sides.

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What does it mean to check your answer in an equation?

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It means substituting the solution back into the original equation to verify it satisfies the equation.

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What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

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

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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.