How to Solve for X in Under a Minute

This video tutorial demonstrates how to solve a multi-step equation quickly. The process involves isolating the variable X by removing terms from one side of the equation. The tutorial explains the steps to subtract and divide terms to simplify the equation, leading to the final solution. The video concludes with a verification step to ensure the solution is correct, all within a minute.

What is the primary goal when solving a multi-step equation?

• To eliminate all numbers from the equation

• To add all terms together

• To isolate the variable X

• To make both sides of the equation equal zero

When you have a negative number on the same side as X, what should you do first?

• Add the same number to both sides

• Subtract the same number from both sides

• Multiply both sides by zero

• Divide both sides by the number

What operation should be performed to eliminate a term that is being multiplied with X?

• Subtract the term from both sides

• Multiply both sides by the term

• Divide both sides by the term

• Add the term to both sides

What is the result of dividing 9 by negative two in the context of solving the equation?

• Negative 4.5

• Positive 4.5

• Zero

• Negative 2

How can you verify your solution after solving the equation?

• By plugging the solution back into the original equation

• By adding the solution to both sides

• By multiplying the solution by zero

• By subtracting the solution from both sides