Solving Multi-Step Equations with Variables and Distributive Property

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

• Add or subtract constants

• Divide by the coefficient

• Combine like terms

• Distribute if there are parentheses

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

In the equation 2x + 4 = 20, what is the value of x?

• 10

• 6

• 4

• 8

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

When distributing a negative number, what should you be careful about?

• Multiplying coefficients

• Adding constants

• Changing the signs correctly

• Combining like terms

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

What is the result of combining 10x and -5x?

• 15x

• 10x

• 5x

• 0

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

How do you handle long decimals when distributing fractions?

• Multiply by the reciprocal

• Ignore them

• Convert them to fractions

• Round them immediately

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

What is the reciprocal of 8/7?

• 1/8

• 8/7

• 7/8

• 7/1

In the equation 15x - 12 = 128, what is the value of x?

• 14

• 8

• 10

• 12

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

What is the first step in solving the equation 2/3(6 - 30) + 2x = 100?

• Divide by the coefficient

• Add constants

• Distribute 2/3

• Combine like terms

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

How do you find the perimeter of an equilateral triangle?

• Subtract one side from the total

• Add all sides

• Divide one side by three

• Multiply one side by three

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CCSS.3.MD.D.8

If the area of a rectangle is 88 and one side is 2, what is the length of the other side?

• 42

• 46

• 48

• 44

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CCSS.3.MD.C.7B

CCSS.4.MD.A.3