Solving One & Two Step Equations

The video tutorial covers solving one and two-step equations using inverse operations. It explains how to isolate variables by performing operations on both sides of the equation to maintain balance. The tutorial also addresses tricky equations, including those involving fractions, and demonstrates how to check solutions for accuracy.

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

• Division

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Addition

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If you have the equation y + 9 = -12, what should you do to isolate y?

• Multiply both sides by 9

• Subtract 9 from both sides

• Add 9 to both sides

• Divide both sides by 9

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In the equation x - 7 = -10, what is the value of x?

• -17

• 3

• -3

• 17

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How do you solve the equation x/6 = 5?

• Divide both sides by 6

• Multiply both sides by 6

• Subtract 6 from both sides

• Add 6 to both sides

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What is the first step to solve the equation 4x = 12?

• Add 4 to both sides

• Divide both sides by 4

• Subtract 4 from both sides

• Multiply both sides by 4

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In the equation -10 = x - 7, what is the value of x?

• 3

• 17

• -3

• -17

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What is the reciprocal of 1/2?

• 1/4

• 1

• 2

• 1/2

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To solve the equation 8x - 4 = 12, what should you do first?

• Subtract 4 from both sides

• Divide both sides by 4

• Add 4 to both sides

• Multiply both sides by 4

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In the equation 6 - 4x = 42, what is the value of x?

• -9

• 36

• 9

• -36

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How can you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

• By using a calculator

• By guessing

• By substituting the value back into the equation

• By asking a friend

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