Two-Step Equations Quiz

What is the primary goal when solving a two-step equation?

• To find the value of the constant

• To eliminate all numbers

• To simplify the equation

• To isolate the variable

In the equation 4x + 5 = 12, what is the first step to isolate x?

• Divide both sides by 4

• Subtract 5 from both sides

• Add 5 to both sides

• Multiply both sides by 4

After subtracting 5 from both sides in the equation 4x + 5 = 12, what is the next step?

• Multiply both sides by 4

• Subtract 4 from both sides

• Add 5 to both sides

• Divide both sides by 4

In the equation 5x - 5 = 30, what operation should be performed first?

• Divide both sides by 5

• Subtract 5 from both sides

• Multiply both sides by 5

• Add 5 to both sides

What is the final value of x in the equation 5x - 5 = 30?

• x = 6

• x = 7

• x = 8

• x = 5