Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides
9th Grade Ā· Math Ā· 45 min
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Learning Objective
I can solve multi-step equations with variables on both sides.
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The three steps to solving multi-step equations are: distribute, combine like terms, and solve for the variable.
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When distributing a negative number, remember to multiply it by each term inside the parentheses, which will change the sign of each term.
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To isolate the variable, use inverse operations such as addition or subtraction to move constants to the other side of the equation, then multiply or divide to solve for the variable.
