SOL 6.13 One-Step Linear Equations Flashcard

A one-step linear equation is an equation that can be solved in a single step, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division to isolate the variable.

s = 20

Add 5 to both sides of the equation.

z = 2

An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operation symbols that does not include an equal sign and cannot be solved.

x = 5

To isolate a variable means to manipulate an equation so that the variable is on one side of the equation by itself.

x = 6

A coefficient is a numerical factor in a term of an algebraic expression, indicating how many times the variable is multiplied.

An equation contains an equal sign and can be solved, while an expression does not contain an equal sign and cannot be solved.