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, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is the first step to solve the equation x + 9 = 21?

Back

Subtract 9 from both sides to isolate x.

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What is the solution for the equation x + 9 = 21?

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x = 12.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

Front

What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.

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What is the inverse operation of division?

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Multiplication.

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How do you isolate the variable in the equation x + 7 = 12?

Back

Subtract 7 from both sides. The solution is x = 5.

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Solve the equation x - 4 = 8.

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x = 12.

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Solve the equation 3x = 12.

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x = 4.