Solving One-Step Equations

The video tutorial introduces the concept of solving one-step equations using inverse operations. It provides examples of solving equations involving subtraction and division by applying the opposite operations, addition and multiplication, respectively. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of performing the same operation on both sides of the equation to maintain balance. Through repetition and examples, the video aims to enhance the viewer's skills in solving basic algebraic equations.

What is the main concept introduced in the video regarding solving equations?

• Guessing the solution

• Memorizing equations

• Using inverse operations

• Ignoring the operations

In the equation x - 5 = 1, what operation should be used to isolate x?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Addition

After solving x - 5 = 1, what is the value of x?

• 6

• 0

• 5

• 1

What should you do if you see a minus sign in an equation?

• Add the same number to both sides

• Subtract the same number from both sides

• Multiply both sides by the same number

• Divide both sides by the same number

Why is it important to apply the same operation to both sides of an equation?

• To guess the solution

• To change the equation

• To keep the equation balanced

• To make it more complex

In the equation x / 5 = 4, what operation should be used to solve for x?

• Multiplication

• Addition

• Division

• Subtraction

What is the value of x in the equation x / 5 = 4 after solving it?

• 25

• 4

• 5

• 20

How can you verify the solution of an equation?

• By ignoring the solution

• By guessing

• By substituting the value back into the original equation

• By changing the equation

What is the opposite operation of division?

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Addition

• Division

What is the key takeaway from solving one-step equations?

• Ignore the operations

• Always use inverse operations

• Memorize the equations

• Guess the solution