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Illustrative Math Alignment: Grade 7 Unit 7

Expressions, Equations, and Inequalities

Lesson 7: Reasoning about Solving Equations (Part 1)

Use the following Media4Math resources with this Illustrative Math lesson.

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Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 4 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 4 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 4

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 5 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 5 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 5

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 6 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 6 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 6

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 7 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 7 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 7

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 8 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 8 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 8

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 9 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 9 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations of the Form x/a - b = c--Example 9

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 1 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 1 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 1

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 2 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 2 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 2

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 3 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 3 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 3

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 4 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 4 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 4

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 5 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 5 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 5

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 6 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 6 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 6

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 7 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 7 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 7

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 8 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 8 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations Using the Properties of Equality--Example 8

This is part of a collection of math examples that show how to solve two-step equations that involve combinations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 1 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 1 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 1

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Solving Equations

Description

This example effectively demonstrates solving a two-step equation using algebra tiles, where the visual model helps students understand how to manipulate the equation. The image depicts solving 2x + 2 = 4 using algebra tiles, showing steps including modeling, creating zero pairs, and dividing to find x. In this example, the caption emphasizes the importance of using model tiles to visualize the equation.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 10 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 10 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 10

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Solving Equations

Description

This example effectively demonstrates solving a two-step equation using algebra tiles, where the visual model helps students understand how to manipulate the equation. The image illustrates solving the equation -2x - 1 = 5 with algebra tiles. It shows steps: modeling both sides, turning subtraction into addition of a negative, creating zero pairs, and replacing with opposite tiles to solve for x = -3. This process combines multiple concepts seen in previous examples.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 2 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 2 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 2

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Solving Equations

Description

This example effectively demonstrates solving a two-step equation using algebra tiles, where the visual model helps students understand how to manipulate the equation. The image illustrates the equation 2x + 1 = 5 with algebra tiles. It shows how to solve for x by modeling, adding opposite tiles, and dividing the remaining tiles. In this example, the caption emphasizes the importance of using model tiles to visualize the equation.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 3 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 3 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 3

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Solving Equations

Description

This example effectively demonstrates solving a two-step equation using algebra tiles, where the visual model helps students understand how to manipulate the equation. The image shows a visual representation of the equation 3x + 1 = 4 using algebra tiles. It demonstrates the steps to solve for x by modeling, creating zero pairs, and dividing. In this example, the caption emphasizes the importance of using model tiles to visualize the equation.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 4 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 4 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 4

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Solving Equations

Description

This example effectively demonstrates solving a two-step equation using algebra tiles, where the visual model helps students understand how to manipulate the equation. This image represents solving 2x - 2 = 4 with algebra tiles, converting subtraction into addition of negatives, and solving for x through zero pairs and division. In this example, the caption emphasizes the importance of using model tiles to visualize the equation.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 5 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 5 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 5

Topic

Solving Equations

Description

This example effectively demonstrates solving a two-step equation using algebra tiles, where the visual model helps students understand how to manipulate the equation. The image shows algebra tiles used to solve the equation 2x - 2 = -4. The tiles are manipulated to find the solution x = -1. In this example, the caption emphasizes the importance of using model tiles to visualize the equation.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 6 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 6 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 6

Topic

Solving Equations

Description

This example effectively demonstrates solving a two-step equation using algebra tiles, where the visual model helps students understand how to manipulate the equation. The image shows algebra tiles used to solve the equation 2x - (-2) = -4. The tiles are manipulated to find the solution x = -3. In this example, the process involves modeling tiles on both sides of the equals sign, converting subtraction of a negative into addition, and creating zero pairs to isolate the variable.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 7 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 7 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 7

Topic

Solving Equations

Description

This example effectively demonstrates solving a two-step equation using algebra tiles, where the visual model helps students understand how to manipulate the equation. The image shows algebra tiles used to solve the equation -x + 1 = 4. The tiles are manipulated to find the solution x = -3. In this example, the process involves modeling tiles on both sides of the equals sign, creating zero pairs, and replacing each side with corresponding opposite tiles.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 8 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 8 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 8

Topic

Solving Equations

Description

This example effectively demonstrates solving a two-step equation using algebra tiles, where the visual model helps students understand how to manipulate the equation. The image shows algebra tiles used to solve the equation -x - 1 = 4. The tiles are manipulated to find the solution x = -5. In this example, the process involves modeling tiles on both sides of the equals sign, converting subtraction into addition of a negative, creating zero pairs, and replacing each side with corresponding opposite tiles.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 9 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 9 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations with Algebra Tiles--Example 9

Topic

Solving Equations

Description

This example effectively demonstrates solving a two-step equation using algebra tiles, where the visual model helps students understand how to manipulate the equation. The image shows a visual representation of solving the equation -2x + 1 = 5 using algebra tiles. The tiles are arranged to show steps: modeling both sides, creating zero pairs, and replacing with opposite tiles to solve for x = -2. This process illustrates the importance of maintaining balance in equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 1 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 1 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 1

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Solving Equations

Description

This example demonstrates how to solve the two-step equation 2x + 4 = x + 10. The solution process involves subtracting 4 from both sides of the equation, then subtracting x from both sides to isolate the variable. Through these steps, we find that x = 6.

Solving two-step equations is a fundamental skill in algebra. These equations typically involve two operations to isolate the variable, such as addition/subtraction and multiplication/division. This collection of examples helps teach this topic by presenting a variety of equation types, allowing students to recognize patterns and develop problem-solving strategies.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 10 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 10 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 10

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Solving Equations

Description

This example demonstrates solving the equation 3(x - 2) = 15. The solution process involves first dividing both sides of the equation by 3, then adding 2 to both sides to isolate the variable. Through these steps, we find that x = 7.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 11 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 11 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 11

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Solving Equations

Description

This example demonstrates solving the equation 14(15x) = 280. The solution process involves dividing both sides of the equation by 14, then dividing by 15 to isolate the variable. Through these steps, we find that x = 1 1/3.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 12 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 12 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 12

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Solving Equations

Description

This example demonstrates solving the equation 12(x/5) = 144. The solution process involves dividing both sides of the equation by 12, then multiplying by 5 to isolate the variable. Through these steps, we find that x = 60.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 13 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 13 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 13

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Solving Equations

Description

This example demonstrates solving the equation (x + 4) / 5 = 12. The solution process involves multiplying both sides of the equation by 5, then subtracting 4 from both sides to isolate the variable. Through these steps, we find that x = 56.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 14 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 14 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 14

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Solving Equations

Description

This example demonstrates solving the equation (x - 4) / 5 = 12. The solution process involves multiplying both sides of the equation by 5, then adding 4 to both sides to isolate the variable. Through these steps, we find that x = 64.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 15 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 15 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 15

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Solving Equations

Description

This example demonstrates solving the equation (2/3)x = 50. The solution process involves multiplying both sides of the equation by 3, then dividing both sides by 2 to isolate the variable. Through these steps, we find that x = 75.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 16 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 16 Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 16

Topic

Solving Equations

Description

This math example demonstrates how to solve the equation ( x / 4 ) / 5 = 30. The solution involves multiplying both sides by 5, then multiplying by 4 to isolate x. The final result is x = 600.

Solving two-step equations is a fundamental skill in algebra. This collection of examples helps teach this topic by presenting various equation formats, including fractions and negative numbers. By working through these diverse problems, students can develop a comprehensive understanding of the steps required to solve different types of two-step equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 17 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 17 Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 17

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Solving Equations

Description

This math example illustrates the process of solving the equation 2x + ( -4 ) = x + 10. The solution involves subtracting ( -4 ) and x from both sides of the equation to isolate x. After performing these operations, we find that x = 14.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 18 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 18 Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 18

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Solving Equations

Description

This math example demonstrates the process of solving the equation 2x + ( -4 ) = x - 10. The solution involves subtracting ( -4 ) and x from both sides of the equation to isolate x. After performing these operations, we find that x = -6.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 19 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 19 Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 19

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Solving Equations

Description

This math example illustrates the process of solving the equation 2x + ( -4 ) = 8. The solution involves adding ( -4 ) to both sides and then dividing by 2 to isolate x. After performing these operations, we find that x = 6.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 2 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 2 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 2

Topic

Solving Equations

Description

In this example, we solve the equation 2x + 4 = x - 10. The solution process involves subtracting 4 from both sides of the equation, then subtracting x from both sides. Through these steps, we find that x = -14.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 20 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 20 Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 20

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Solving Equations

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This math example demonstrates how to solve the equation x / 2 + ( -4 ) = 8. The solution involves adding ( -4 ) to both sides and then multiplying by 2 to isolate x. After performing these operations, we find that x = 24.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 21 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 21 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 21

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Solving Equations

Description

This math example demonstrates solving the equation 2x - (-3) = x + 4. The solution involves adding -3 to both sides and then subtracting x from both sides to isolate the variable. The final result is x = 1. This example showcases the process of solving a two-step equation with negative numbers.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 22 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 22 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 22

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Solving Equations

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This math example illustrates the process of solving the equation 2x - (-3) = x - 4. The solution involves adding -3 to both sides and then subtracting x from both sides to isolate the variable. The final result is x = -7. This example demonstrates how to handle negative numbers and subtraction in two-step equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 23 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 23 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 23

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Solving Equations

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This math example demonstrates solving the equation 5x - (-7) = 18. The solution involves adding -7 to both sides and then dividing by 5 to isolate the variable x. The final result is x = 2 1/5 or 2.2. This example showcases how to handle negative numbers and fractions in two-step equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 24 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 24 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 24

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Solving Equations

Description

This math example illustrates the process of solving the equation x/2 - (-4) = 8. The solution involves adding -4 to both sides and then multiplying by 2 to isolate the variable x. The final result is x = 8. This example demonstrates how to handle fractions and negative numbers in two-step equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 25 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 25 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 25

Topic

Solving Equations

Description

This math example demonstrates solving the equation 3(x + (-2)) = 12. The solution involves first dividing both sides by 3 to isolate the expression x + (-2), then adding 2 to both sides to isolate x. The final result is x = 6. This example showcases how to handle parentheses and negative numbers in two-step equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 26 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 26 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 26

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Solving Equations

Description

This math example illustrates the process of solving the equation 3(x - (-2)) = 15. The solution involves first dividing both sides by 3 to isolate the expression x - (-2), then subtracting 2 from both sides to isolate x. The final result is x = 3. This example demonstrates how to handle parentheses and double negatives in two-step equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 27 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 27 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 27

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Solving Equations

Description

This math example demonstrates solving the equation 14(-15x) = 280. The solution involves first dividing both sides by 14 to isolate the expression -15x, then dividing by -15 to isolate x. The final result is x = -1/3. This example showcases how to handle multiplication with negative numbers and fractions in two-step equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 28 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 28 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 28

Topic

Solving Equations

Description

This math example illustrates the process of solving the equation 12(x/-5) = 144. The solution involves first dividing both sides by 12 to isolate the expression x/-5, then multiplying by 5 to isolate x. The final result is x = -60. This example demonstrates how to handle fractions and multiplication in two-step equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 29 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 29 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 29

Topic

Solving Equations

Description

This math example demonstrates solving the equation (x + (-4)) / 5 = 12. The solution involves first multiplying both sides by 5 to isolate the expression x + (-4), then adding 4 to isolate x. The final result is x = 64. This example showcases how to handle fractions and negative numbers in two-step equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 3 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 3 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 3

Topic

Solving Equations

Description

This example demonstrates solving the equation 2x + 4 = 8. The solution process involves subtracting 4 from both sides of the equation, then dividing both sides by 2. Through these steps, we find that x = 2.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 30 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 30 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 30

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Solving Equations

Description

This math example illustrates the process of solving the equation (x - (-4)) / 5 = 12. The solution involves first multiplying both sides by 5 to isolate the expression x - (-4), then subtracting -4 to isolate x. The final result is x = 56. This example demonstrates how to handle fractions and double negatives in two-step equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 31 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 31 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 31

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Solving Equations

Description

This math example demonstrates solving the equation (2/3)x = -50. The solution involves first multiplying both sides by 3 to eliminate the fraction, then dividing by 2 to isolate x. The final result is x = -75. This example showcases how to handle fractions and negative numbers in two-step equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 32 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 32 Math Example: Solving Two-Step Equations: Example 32

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Solving Equations

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This math example illustrates the process of solving the equation x / (4/5) = -30. The solution involves first multiplying both sides by 5 to eliminate the fraction in the denominator, then dividing by 4 to isolate x. The final result is x = -600. This example demonstrates how to handle complex fractions and negative numbers in two-step equations.

Solving Two-Step Equations