What does it mean to 'isolate the variable'?

To isolate the variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

Inverse operations are used to undo the operations applied to the variable.

Why is it important to check your solution in an equation?

Checking your solution ensures that it satisfies the original equation.

Two Step Equations Flashcards

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a two-step equation?

Back

A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation $7k - 14 = 42$ ?

Back

Add 14 to both sides of the equation.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the second step to solve the equation $7k = 56$ ?

Back

Divide both sides by 7.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the solution to the equation $5x - 1 = 19$ ?

Back

x = 4.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you isolate the variable in the equation $4x + 7 = 23$ ?

Back

Subtract 7 from both sides.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the solution to the equation $2x + 10 = 16$ ?

Back

x = 3.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation $2t - 7 = 3$ ?

Back

Add 7 to both sides of the equation.

8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the solution to the equation $2t = 10$ ?

Back

t = 5.

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