One Step Equations: addition and subtraction

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

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

Front

Solve for d: d - 1/12 = 5/12

Back

d = 1/2

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What is the first step to solve the equation 1/4 + b = 3/4?

Back

Subtract 1/4 from both sides.

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Solve for b: 1/4 + b = 3/4

Back

b = 1/2

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

Back

To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

Front

Solve for k: 2/5 = 2/10 + k

Back

k = 1/5

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

Back

Inverse operations are used to undo operations and isolate the variable.

Front

Solve for m: m - 3/18 = 11/18

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m = 7/9

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What is the solution to the equation b - 3/15 = 1?

Back

b = 1 1/5

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

Back

The inverse operation of subtraction is addition.