Solving Multistep Equations with Variables on One Side

The video tutorial covers solving multi-step equations with variables on one side. It begins with an introduction to the process, emphasizing separating the equation into two sides. The tutorial includes several examples, each demonstrating different aspects of solving equations, such as combining like terms, handling negative variables, and using distribution. The instructor guides through each step, ensuring a clear understanding of the operations needed to isolate the variable and solve the equation.

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

• Divide both sides

• Subtract from both sides

• Distribute if possible

• Combine like terms

What operation is performed to isolate the variable when you have terms like +12 on one side?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Addition

If combining -5x and x, what is the result?

• -4x

• 4x

• -6x

• 5x

How do you solve for a variable when you have -4x = 0?

• Add 4

• Subtract 4

• Divide by -4

• Multiply by -4

What is the result of -3r + 2r?

• 5r

• -5r

• 1r

• -1r

What is the value of R if -1R + 4 = -1?

• -4

• 4

• -3

• 3

What is the result of distributing -3 to the terms inside the parentheses (-3 * 4R + 8)?

• -12R - 24

• 12R - 24

• 12R + 24

• -12R + 24

After distributing and combining terms, what is the next step to isolate the variable?

• Subtract terms

• Add terms

• Divide terms

• Multiply terms

What is the final value of n when solving the equation 3 * (-5n - 5) = 75?

• 6

• -6

• 5

• -5

How do you solve for n when the equation is -15n = 90?

• Add 15

• Subtract 15

• Multiply by -15

• Divide by -15