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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Solve for x: x - 8 = -5

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x = 3

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Solve for x: -3 + x = 7

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x = 10

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Solve for x: 8 + x = 13

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x = 5

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Solve for y: y - 7 = 10

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y = 17

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Solve for x: 5x = 40

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x = 8

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What operation would you use to isolate x in the equation x - 8 = -5?

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Add 8 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 5x = 40?

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Divide both sides by 5.

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If x + 4 = 12, what is the value of x?

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x = 8

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What does it mean to 'isolate the variable' in an equation?

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To isolate the variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.