Simplifying and Solving Equations

This video tutorial teaches how to solve one-step equations using addition and subtraction. It emphasizes the importance of preparation, such as having paper and pencil, and the ability to add and subtract integers. The tutorial provides sample problems, explains the steps to solve equations, and demonstrates how to check solutions for correctness. Additional practice problems are included to reinforce learning.

What should you do before starting to solve equations?

• Memorize multiplication tables

• Have paper and pencil ready

• Understand geometry basics

• Learn division of fractions

Which skill is necessary for solving one-step equations?

• Understanding algebraic expressions

• Dividing fractions

• Adding and subtracting integers

• Multiplying decimals

What is the first step in solving one-step equations?

• Performing inverse operations

• Identifying the variable and operation

• Simplifying the equation

• Checking the solution

What is the inverse operation of adding 3?

• Subtracting 3

• Adding 3

• Multiplying by 3

• Dividing by 3

What is the inverse operation of subtracting 4?

• Dividing by 4

• Multiplying by 4

• Subtracting 4

• Adding 4

How do you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

• By asking a friend

• By using a calculator

• By substituting the solution back into the original equation

• By guessing the answer

What is the purpose of simplifying an equation?

• To make it easier to solve

• To eliminate the variable

• To find the variable

• To make it more complex

What should you do after solving an equation?

• Check the solution

• Ask for help

• Forget about it

• Solve another equation

What is the result of simplifying X + 3 - 3?

• X

• 3

• X + 6

• 0

What is the first step in checking your solution?

• Ask a friend to check it

• Substitute the solution back into the original equation

• Use a calculator

• Guess the answer