Multi Step Equations

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What is a multi-step equation?

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A multi-step equation is an equation that requires more than one step to solve. It often involves combining like terms, using the distributive property, and isolating the variable.

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What is the distributive property?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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Solve for x: 2(p + 7) = 18

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x = 2

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation, making it easier to solve for its value.

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Solve for x: 0.4(x - 0.45) = 9.2

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x = 23.45

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What is the first step in solving the equation -11(g + 4) = 121?

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The first step is to divide both sides by -11 to isolate the term (g + 4).

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Solve for g: -11(g + 4) = 121

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g = -15

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What is a coefficient in an equation?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor that multiplies a variable. For example, in 4c, 4 is the coefficient.

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Solve for c: 4c - 6 = 2

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c = 2

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What is the purpose of combining like terms?

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Combining like terms simplifies an equation, making it easier to solve by reducing the number of terms.