Solving One Step Equations with Reciprocals

The video tutorial covers solving one-step equations using inverse operations, focusing on the concept of reciprocals. It explains how to multiply numbers by their reciprocals to simplify equations and isolate variables. The tutorial also demonstrates multiplying whole numbers with fractions, providing a comprehensive understanding of these mathematical operations.

What is the main focus when solving one-step equations?

• Using direct operations

• Using inverse operations

• Guessing the answer

• Using a calculator

What is the reciprocal of 2/3?

• 3/1

• 2/3

• 1/2

• 3/2

What happens when you multiply a number by its reciprocal?

• The result is zero

• The result is the number itself

• The result is the reciprocal

• The result is one

What is the result of multiplying 2/3 by its reciprocal?

• 1/3

• 1

• 3

• 2

What is the purpose of multiplying by the reciprocal in an equation?

• To change the variable

• To eliminate the variable

• To isolate the variable

• To make the equation more complex

What is the result of 1 times any number?

• Zero

• The number itself

• One

• The reciprocal of the number

How do you multiply a whole number by a fraction?

• Add the whole number to the fraction

• Convert the whole number to a fraction and multiply across

• Divide the whole number by the fraction

• Subtract the fraction from the whole number

What is the result of -4 times 7?

• 28

• -28

• -11

• 11

What is -28 divided by 2?

• -14

• 14

• -4

• 4

What is the final value of Q in the problem?

• -4

• 4

• -7

• 7