Solving Equations with One Variable Using Additive and Multiplicative Inverses

This lesson teaches how to solve equations with one variable using additive and multiplicative inverses. It begins with a review of what solutions to equations are, followed by an explanation of additive and multiplicative inverses. The lesson then provides step-by-step instructions on solving equations using these inverses, with example problems to illustrate the process. The lesson concludes with a summary of the key concepts covered.

What is a solution to an equation?

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Explain what additive inverses are and provide an example.

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How do you solve the equation 3x + 6 + 4x = 13?

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What is the multiplicative inverse of 7 and how is it used in solving equations?

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What steps do you take to isolate x in the equation 3 - 5x = 18?

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