Solving Two-Step Equations
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Objective
I can solve two-step algebraic equations using inverse operations to isolate the variable.
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Practice
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Define "inverse operation" and give an example of how it is used when solving equations.
Explain the importance of performing the same operation on both sides of an equation. What happens if you don't?
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“Solve for x: 4x + 3 = 15 Solve for y: 2y - 5 = 9 ”
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