Multi-Step Equations

Simplify to create a two-step equation.

• -10 = 2x - 8

• -10 = 2x + 8

Possible first step?

• add 5x to both sides

• subtract 5x from both sides

What is pictured?

• Combining Like Terms

• Moving the Variable

First step?

• Add 10x to both sides

• Distribute 2 to 3x and 1

Create a two-step equation.

• -5x + 6 = 12

• -5x - 6 = 12

Create a two-step equation.

• 15 = -6x - 21

• 15 = -6x + 21

• 15 = 6x - 21

• 15 = 6x + 21

Create a two-step equation.

• 10x - 20 = 10

• 10x + 20 = 10

Possible first step?

• Subtract 3x from both sides

• Add 3x to both sides

What is pictured? Pick the best answer.

• Combining Like Terms

• Moving the Variable to One Side

First step?

• Combine Like Terms

• Move the Variable to One Side