One and Two Step Equations

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What is a one-step equation?

Back

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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What is a two-step equation?

Back

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

Front

Solve for x: x + 5 = 12

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x = 7

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Solve for y: 3y = 15

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y = 5

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What is the first step to solve the equation x - 4 = 10?

Back

Add 4 to both sides of the equation.

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Solve for z: 2z + 3 = 11

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z = 4

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

Back

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

Front

Solve for a: 5a - 10 = 0

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a = 2

Front

What is the solution to the equation 4x = 20?

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x = 5

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What is the purpose of checking your solution in an equation?

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To verify that the solution satisfies the original equation.