Solving 2 Step Equations

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 3x + 2 = 44?

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Subtract 2 from each side.

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Solve the equation: 3x - 2 = 4. What is x?

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x = 2.

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What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

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To find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What does it mean to check your answer after solving an equation?

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It means substituting the solution back into the original equation to verify that both sides are equal.

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Solve the equation: 5x + 12 = -13. What is x?

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x = -5.

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What operation would you perform first to solve the equation 2x + 3 = 11?

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Subtract 3 from each side.

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If you have the equation 4x - 8 = 0, what is the value of x?

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x = 2.

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What is the second step in solving the equation 3x + 2 = 44 after subtracting 2?

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Divide each side by 3.

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What does the term 'algebra tiles' refer to in solving equations?

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Algebra tiles are physical or visual representations used to model and solve algebraic equations.