Solving Linear Equations Steps

The video tutorial covers solving one-step, two-step, and multi-step equations. It begins with an introduction to the types of equations and progresses through examples of each, demonstrating the steps needed to isolate variables and solve for unknowns. The tutorial emphasizes checking solutions by substituting values back into the original equations. The video concludes with a summary and resources for further practice.

What is the first step in solving a one-step equation like 26 = 8 + V?

• Divide both sides by 8

• Multiply both sides by 8

• Subtract 8 from both sides

• Add 8 to both sides

In the equation -104 = 8x, what operation should be used to isolate x?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Division

When solving 6 = a/4 + 2, what is the first step?

• Multiply both sides by 4

• Divide both sides by 4

• Add 2 to both sides

• Subtract 2 from both sides

In the equation 144 = -12(x + 5), what is the first step to simplify?

• Distribute -12

• Divide both sides by -12

• Subtract 5 from both sides

• Add 5 to both sides

What is the result of solving the equation X - 2 = -9 + 7X?

• X = -7

• X = 7

• X = 9

• X = -9

In the equation -5(1 - 5x) + 5(-8x - 2) = -4x, what should be done first?

• Subtract 4x from both sides

• Add 4x to both sides

• Distribute -5 and 5

• Add like terms on the right

What is the final value of x in the equation -5(1 - 5x) + 5(-8x - 2) = -4x?

• X = 4

• X = -4

• X = -5

• X = 5

What is the purpose of checking your work after solving an equation?

• To practice more problems

• To ensure the solution is correct

• To find a different solution

• To change the equation