One Step Equations

The quotient of a number x and 17 is 12.

Which equation correctly represents this sentence?

• x - 17 = 12

• x/17 = 12

• 17x = 12

• x + 17 = 12

Solve n - 6 = 18 then GRAPH your solution on the number line.

Your friend has Z seashells. You have 14 seashells. You and your friend have a total of 47 seashells. Which equation can you use to find z?

• z - 14 = 47

• z + 14 = 47

• 14z = 47

• z/14 = 47

Solve X + 11 = 19 then GRAPH the solution.

Is p = 18 a solution of p/2 = 9

• True
• False

You purchase y items for $4 each. The total cost is $32. Which equation can you use to find y?

• 4y = 32

• y - 4 = 32

• 4 + y = 32

• y/4 = 32

Solve h - 2 = 16; now GRAPH the solution.

Is n = 8 a solution of n - 3 = 2

• True
• False

3a = 12

• a = 36

• a = 9

• a = 15

• a = 4

The inverse operation of Division is: ______________