Solving One-Step Equations: Multiplication and Division

This video tutorial covers solving one-step equations using multiplication and division. It provides tips for solving equations, such as showing work, isolating the variable, and checking solutions. Two examples are demonstrated: solving 5x = 10 and x/-4 = 2. The video concludes with practice problems for viewers to try on their own.

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

• Multiply both sides by the coefficient

• Identify the operation performed on the variable

• Divide both sides by the coefficient

• Substitute the solution back into the equation

What does a coefficient represent in an equation?

• The number divided by a variable

• The number multiplied by a variable

• The number added to a variable

• A variable's exponent

What operation is the inverse of multiplication in one-step equations?

• Multiplication

• Division

• Addition

• Subtraction

How do you verify the solution of a one-step equation?

• By dividing the solution by the coefficient

• By multiplying the solution with the coefficient

• By substituting the solution back into the original equation

• By adding the solution to both sides

In the equation '5x = 10', what is the value of 'x'?

• 0.5

• 10

• 5

• 2

What is the opposite operation of dividing by a negative number?

• Dividing by a positive number

• Multiplying by a positive number

• Subtracting a positive number

• Multiplying by the same negative number

How can any whole number be converted into a fraction?

• By setting it as the numerator over 1

• By dividing it by its own value

• By adding 1 to its numerator

• By subtracting 1 from its denominator

What is the result of multiplying two negative numbers?

• Undefined

• Zero

• A negative number

• A positive number

After solving an equation, what should the solution make both sides of the equation?

• Undefined

• Zero

• Different by a factor of the coefficient

• Equal

What should you do if your solution to a practice problem is incorrect?

• Change the problem to match your solution

• Review the work and identify the mistake

• Assume the video is incorrect

• Skip to the next problem