Solving One-Variable Equations

What is the first step in solving an equation with variables on both sides?

• Divide by the smallest number

• Multiply by the reciprocal

• Combine variables on one side

• Add fractions to both sides

How do you handle fractions when subtracting them in an equation?

• Ignore the denominators

• Multiply the fractions

• Find a common denominator

• Add the numerators directly

What is the least common multiple used for in solving equations with fractions?

• To add fractions

• To eliminate fractions

• To divide fractions

• To ignore fractions

What happens when you multiply an equation by the least common multiple of the denominators?

• The fractions are eliminated

• The equation becomes more complex

• The variables disappear

• The equation remains unchanged

What is the result of solving the equation after eliminating fractions?

• X equals 0

• X equals 5

• X equals 1

• X equals 6