Solving One-Step Equations

Front

The inverse operation of addition is _______________.

Back

Subtraction

Front

To solve one-step equations, you have to use the ________________ operation.

Back

Inverse

Front

What is the correct step to solve for the variable in the equation 15 = m + 5?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

Front

In an equation, you want to get the variable...

Back

by itself.

Front

How should you show your work to isolate the variable in the equation -4x = 64?

Back

Divide both sides of the equation by -4.

Front

What is a one-step equation?

Back

An equation that can be solved in one operation.

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

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

Front

If you have the equation x + 7 = 12, what is the first step to solve for x?

Back

Subtract 7 from both sides.

Front

In the equation 3x = 15, what operation do you perform to solve for x?

Back

Divide both sides by 3.

Front

What is the solution to the equation x - 4 = 10?

Back

x = 14.