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What is a multi-step linear equation?

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A multi-step linear equation is an equation that requires more than one step to solve, involving operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to isolate the variable.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations on both sides of the equation to get the variable alone on one side.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the first step in solving the equation 4x + 10 = -26?

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Subtract 10 from both sides to begin isolating the variable.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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Solve: 4x + 10 = -26

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x = -9

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the importance of combining like terms in an equation?

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Combining like terms simplifies the equation, making it easier to solve for the variable.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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Solve: 5x - 4 + 2x = 3

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x = 1

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What does it mean to distribute in an equation?

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Distributing means multiplying a term outside the parentheses by each term inside the parentheses.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Solve: 3(x - 2) = 18

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x = 8

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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

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Checking your solution ensures that the value satisfies the original equation, confirming its correctness.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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Solve: 8v - 4(v + 8) = 8

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v = 10

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B