Solving a multi step equation using distributive property one solution

The video tutorial explains how to solve an equation using the distributive property and inverse operations. It begins with simplifying both sides of the equation, then uses inverse operations to isolate the variable. The solution is verified by substituting the value back into the original equation to ensure it holds true.

What is the first step in solving an equation using the distributive property?

• Identify the variable to solve for

• Divide both sides by the variable

• Add numbers on both sides

• Multiply all terms by zero

How do you simplify the equation 3Q - 5 = 2(2 + 5) using the distributive property?

• Multiply 3 by Q and 5 by 2

• Divide 3 by Q and add 5

• Add 3 to Q and subtract 5

• Multiply 3 by Q and 2 by 5

What is the purpose of subtracting 2Q from both sides of the equation?

• To add more variables to the equation

• To isolate the variable Q on one side

• To make the equation more complex

• To eliminate the variable Q

What operation is used to solve the equation Q - 15 = 10?

• Division

• Addition

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

How can you verify the solution to the equation?

• By guessing the answer

• By substituting the solution back into the original equation

• By multiplying the solution by zero

• By ignoring the solution