2-Step Equations

2-Step Equations

How to Solve!

Get rid of the 3rd Wheel: Add or Subtract to get rid of the number

Break up the happy couple: Multiply or Divide both sides of the equation by the coefficient

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in solving two step equations?

• Break Up the Happy Couple: Multiply or Divide

• Get rid of the 3rd wheel: Add or Subtract

Let's Try It!

2x + 10 = 20

Let's Try It!

-2x + 10 = -30

Open Ended

Take out paper and solve: 4x + 6 = 18

Open Ended

Take out paper and solve: -5x + 3 = 23

Open Ended

Take out paper and solve: 7x - 4 = 24

Poll

How do you feel about equations with negative numbers?

• Okie!

• Great!

• In the Middle!

• Need more practice!