Solving Multi-Step Equations

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What is a multi-step equation?

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

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What does it mean if an equation has no solution?

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An equation has no solution when there is no value for the variable that makes the equation true, often resulting in a contradiction.

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What is an identity in the context of equations?

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An identity is an equation that is true for all values of the variable, resulting in infinitely many solutions.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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

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

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

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