Exploring One Step Equations: Addition and Subtraction

What is the first step in solving one-step equations?

• Multiplying both sides by 2

• Dividing both sides by 2

• Splitting the equation into two sections

• Adding 5 to both sides

In the equation x + 5 = 12, what operation should be performed to isolate x?

• Add 5 to both sides

• Subtract 5 from both sides

• Multiply both sides by 5

• Divide both sides by 5

What is the value of x in the equation x + 5 = 12?

• 12

• 7

• 17

• 5

In the equation x - 3 = -10, what is the inverse operation to isolate x?

• Multiply both sides by 3

• Add 3 to both sides

• Subtract 3 from both sides

• Divide both sides by 3

What is the value of x in the equation x - 3 = -10?

• 3

• 7

• -3

• -7

How do you handle the equation -3 + x = -10?

• Subtract 3 from both sides

• Divide both sides by 3

• Add 3 to both sides

• Multiply both sides by 3

What is the value of x in the equation -3 + x = -10?

• -13

• -7

• 7

• 13

What is the purpose of using the 'Great Divide' in solving equations?

• To add a constant to both sides

• To multiply both sides

• To divide both sides

• To split the equation into two sections

Why is it important to perform the same operation on both sides of an equation?

• To make the equation more complex

• To isolate the variable

• To simplify the equation

• To keep the equation balanced

What should you do if you encounter a negative number in an equation?

• Subtract its positive counterpart from both sides

• Ignore it

• Add its positive counterpart to both sides

• Multiply it by -1