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. It often involves combining like terms, using the distributive property, and isolating the variable.

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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 isolate the variable.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side by itself, allowing you to find its value.

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What is the distributive property?

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How do you check your solution to an equation?

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To check your solution, substitute the value back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.