Math · 7th Grade · 60 min
Solving Multistep Equations
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Objective
I can solve multi-step equations with variables on both sides.
Warm-up video
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Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
When solving equations with variables on both sides, the goal is to isolate the variable on one side of the equation.
- 2
To isolate the variable, perform the same operations on both sides of the equation to maintain equality.
- 3
In the equation 2x + 3 = 5x - 2, we can subtract 2x from both sides, then add 2 to both sides to begin isolating the variable.
Practice
12 questions
What is the goal when solving an equation with variables on both sides?
In the equation 4x + 2 = x - 7, what would be a valid first step to begin isolating the x terms?
Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Solve for x: 4x + 5 = 7x - 4. Show all your work.”
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