Solving Equations One Two and Multi Step

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing variables.

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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(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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What is a one-step equation?

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A one-step equation is an equation that can be solved in a single operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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Example of a one-step equation: 2x = 10. What is x?

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x = 5.

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What is a two-step equation?

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A two-step equation requires two operations to isolate the variable.

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Example of a two-step equation: 3x + 4 = 10. What is x?

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x = 2.

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What is a multi-step equation?

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A multi-step equation involves more than two operations to isolate the variable.

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Example of a multi-step equation: 2(x + 3) = 16. What is x?

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x = 4.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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

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What is the first step in solving the equation 11 - 3x = 44?

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Isolate the variable on the left side.