Multi-Step Equation

The video tutorial covers basic algebra concepts, focusing on solving equations by isolating variables. The instructor uses a step-by-step approach, emphasizing the importance of performing operations on both sides of the equation to maintain balance. The tutorial includes practical examples and encourages viewers to pause and solve problems independently before reviewing the solutions together.

What is the first step in solving an algebraic equation?

• Multiply both sides by zero

• Add the same number to both sides

• Divide both sides by the variable

• Isolate the variable by moving other terms

When isolating the variable, what should you do with terms that are furthest from the variable?

• Add them to both sides

• Ignore them

• Subtract them from both sides

• Multiply them by the variable

What is the opposite operation of addition when solving equations?

• Division

• Multiplication

• Exponentiation

• Subtraction

What operation should be used to eliminate a multiplication factor from the variable?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Division

• Exponentiation

If you have the equation 7 * X = -56, what is the value of X?

• -8

• 8

• -7

• 7