One & Two Step Equation Word Problems

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single step, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an equation that requires two steps to solve, usually involving a combination of addition or subtraction followed by multiplication or division.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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How do you represent a word problem as an equation?

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Identify the unknown variable, translate the words into mathematical operations, and set up an equation that reflects the relationship described in the problem.

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

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What does 'x + 16 = 50' represent in a word problem?

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It represents a scenario where a total of 50 points is scored, and 16 points are already accounted for, with 'x' being the points scored by another player.

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How do you solve the equation 'x + 16 = 50'?

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Subtract 16 from both sides to isolate 'x': x = 50 - 16, so x = 34.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What does '2/5x = 16' represent in a word problem?

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It represents a scenario where the number of elephants is two-fifths of the number of horses, with 'x' being the total number of horses.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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How do you solve the equation '2/5x = 16'?

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Multiply both sides by 5/2 to isolate 'x': x = 16 * (5/2), so x = 40.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What does '50 + 20m = 290' represent in a word problem?

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It represents a scenario where Jim pays a $50 fee plus $20 for each month, totaling $290.

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How do you solve the equation '50 + 20m = 290'?

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Subtract 50 from both sides: 20m = 290 - 50, then divide by 20: m = 12.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does '7x + 35 = 63' represent in a word problem?

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It represents a scenario where Scott charges $35 for each car plus $7 per hour, and Kylie's total bill is $63.