Solving One-Step Equations

This video tutorial by Mr. Peterson focuses on solving one-step equations involving multiplication and division. It begins with an introduction to the topic, followed by an explanation of symbols and variables used in equations. The tutorial then outlines the steps for solving equations using inverse operations, with detailed examples demonstrating how to solve equations through multiplication and division. The video also covers solving equations that result in decimal answers and emphasizes the importance of checking work to ensure accuracy.

What is the main focus of this video tutorial?

• Adding and subtracting equations

• One-step equations with multiplication and division

• Advanced calculus

• Geometry basics

What does the star symbol represent in the equation example?

• A fraction

• An operation

• A number

• A letter

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Exponentiation

• Addition

In the equation 3x = 18, what operation should be used to solve for x?

• Subtract 3 from both sides

• Multiply both sides by 3

• Divide both sides by 3

• Add 3 to both sides

What is the solution to the equation 3x = 18?

• x = 3

• x = 6

• x = 9

• x = 12

How can you verify the solution to the equation 3x = 18?

• By adding 3 to both sides

• By substituting x with 6 and checking if 3 times 6 equals 18

• By subtracting 6 from 18

• By dividing 18 by 3

In the equation x/3 = 10, what operation should be used to solve for x?

• Subtract 3 from both sides

• Multiply both sides by 3

• Divide both sides by 3

• Add 3 to both sides

What is the solution to the equation x/3 = 10?

• x = 10

• x = 3

• x = 30

• x = 13

How can you verify the solution to the equation x/3 = 10?

• By adding 3 to both sides

• By substituting x with 30 and checking if 30 divided by 3 equals 10

• By multiplying 10 by 3

• By subtracting 10 from 30

What should you do if you are confused about the steps in solving equations?

• Skip the problem

• Revisit the steps in the video

• Guess the answer

• Ask a friend for the answer