One Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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An equation that can be solved in one operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What does the variable represent in an equation?

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A symbol for an unknown value, usually a letter (like x or y).

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What is the purpose of inverse operations in solving equations?

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To isolate the variable by performing the opposite operation.

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If n/6 = 4, how do you solve for n?

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Multiply both sides by 6: n = 4 * 6 = 24.

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What is the equation to represent: 'Jack took 6 pencils from a box and there are 18 left'?

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p - 6 = 18.

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How do you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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What is the first step in solving the equation y - 4.6 = 12?

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Add 4.6 to both sides to isolate y.

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What is a constant in an equation?

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A fixed value that does not change, such as a number.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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If 4n = 24, how do you solve for n?

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Divide both sides by 4: n = 24 / 4 = 6.