Solving One-Step Equations (no negatives)

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To solve n + 23 = 65 you would...

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subtract 23 from both sides of the equation.

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All equations have . . .

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an equal sign.

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144=12z, what is z?

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z=12

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What is the inverse operation of Division?

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multiplication.

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What is the inverse operation needed to solve for p? 765 = p - 254

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addition.

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What is an equation?

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A mathematical statement that two expressions are equal.

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What does the equal sign (=) indicate in an equation?

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It shows that the values on both sides are the same.

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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 5 = 10?

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Subtract 5 from both sides.

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What is the solution to the equation 3y = 21?

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y = 7.

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

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To isolate the variable and find its value.