One Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an algebraic equation that can be solved in a single step by performing the same operation on both sides of the equation.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform the inverse operation on both sides of the equation.

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

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Subtract 7 from both sides to isolate x.

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What does it mean to 'solve' an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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If x + 5 = 12, what is the value of x?

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x = 7.

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What operation would you use to solve -5x = 25?

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Divide both sides by -5 to isolate x.

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In the equation t + 9 = 25, how do you find t?

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Subtract 9 from both sides to find t.

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What is the solution to the equation 1 + a = 15?

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a = 14.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.