Solving One-Step Equations

This video tutorial teaches how to solve one-step equations using addition and subtraction. It begins with a review of equations and inverse operations, followed by a detailed explanation of the steps to isolate the variable. Two examples are provided to demonstrate the process of solving equations and verifying the solutions.

What is an equation?

• A mathematical statement that two expressions are equal

• A number that represents a quantity

• A process of finding the value of a variable

• A method to solve complex problems

Which of the following is an inverse operation?

• Addition and multiplication

• Subtraction and division

• Addition and subtraction

• Multiplication and addition

What is the first step in solving a one-step equation?

• Determine the inverse operation

• Apply the operation to one side

• Guess the value of the variable

• Verify the solution

Why is it important to apply the operation to both sides of the equation?

• To ensure the equation remains balanced

• To make the equation more complex

• To simplify the equation

• To eliminate the variable

In the example g + 5 = 11, what operation is used to isolate g?

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Addition

• Division

What is the value of g in the equation g + 5 = 11?

• 11

• 6

• 5

• 16

In the equation 17 = h - 11, what operation is used to solve for h?

• Multiplication

• Division

• Addition

• Subtraction

What is the value of h in the equation 17 = h - 11?

• 28

• 17

• 11

• 6

Why is it important to verify your solution after solving an equation?

• To simplify the equation further

• To ensure both sides of the equation are equal

• To make the equation more complex

• To check if the variable is correct

What did you learn in this video?

• How to graph equations

• How to multiply and divide equations

• How to solve one-step equations with addition and subtraction

• How to solve complex equations