Solving One Step Equations with Negative Variables

The video tutorial explains how to solve equations with negative variables, specifically focusing on the equation negative x equals six. It covers the concept of coefficients, inverse operations, and provides a step-by-step simplification process. The tutorial also compares the original and simplified solutions, highlighting the use of opposites. Finally, it offers additional examples and practice problems for students to apply the learned concepts.

What is the initial incorrect solution presented in the video?

• x = 6

• x = -6

• x = 1

• x = 0

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

What is the coefficient of x in the equation -x = 6?

• 1

• -1

• 6

• 0

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

What operation is performed to both sides of the equation to simplify it?

• Division

• Multiplication

• Addition

• Subtraction

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

What is the final simplified solution of the equation?

• x = 6

• x = 0

• x = 1

• x = -6

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

How does the sign of x change in the simplified solution compared to the original equation?

• From negative to positive

• From positive to negative

• It remains negative

• It remains positive

What is the opposite of a negative variable in the context of the video?

• A positive variable

• A negative variable

• Zero

• The same variable

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

What is the solution for the equation -x = -8 using the quicker method?

• x = 8

• x = -8

• x = 0

• x = 1

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

What is the solution for the equation -z = 2 using the quicker method?

• z = -2

• z = 0

• z = 1

• z = 2

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

What should be the solution for the equation -x = -15?

• x = -15

• x = 15

• x = 1

• x = 0

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

What should be the solution for the equation -t = 4.5?

• t = 1

• t = -4.5

• t = 4.5

• t = 0

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7