Solving One-Step Equations

In this Algebra 1 tutorial, Mr. Peters introduces solving equations by explaining the concept of equations and demonstrating how to solve one-step equations using inverse operations. The video covers addition, multiplication, subtraction, and division equations, emphasizing the importance of working backwards to isolate variables and verify solutions.

What is an equation in mathematical terms?

• A statement with an equal sign

• A statement with a greater than sign

• A statement with no signs

• A statement with a less than sign

What is the first step in solving the equation m + 10 = 12?

• Add 10 to both sides

• Subtract 10 from both sides

• Multiply both sides by 10

• Divide both sides by 10

What is the value of m in the equation m + 10 = 12?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 1

What is the result of subtracting 10 from 12?

• 4

• 1

• 2

• 3

What is the result of adding 10 to 2?

• 13

• 14

• 12

• 11

What operation is used to solve 7y = 91?

• Addition

• Multiplication

• Division

• Subtraction

What is the value of y in the equation 7y = 91?

• 12

• 11

• 13

• 14

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Exponentiation

• Addition

What is the result of dividing 91 by 7?

• 15

• 13

• 12

• 14

In the equation g - 9 = -2, what operation should be used to isolate g?

• Add 9 to both sides

• Subtract 9 from both sides

• Multiply both sides by 9

• Divide both sides by 9