Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides
Grade 9th Grade · Math · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can solve multi-step equations with variables on both sides.
Warm-Up Video
Algebra-1 with Mr. Peters · 9:08
How to Solve Multi-Step Equations in 3 Easy Steps! || Algebra-1 with Mr. Peters
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
The three steps to solving multi-step equations are: distribute, combine like terms, and solve for the variable.
- 2
When distributing a negative number, remember to multiply it by each term inside the parentheses, which will change the sign of each term.
- 3
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.
Practice Questions
8 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Solve for x: 2(x + 3) - 5 = 3x + 4”
Complete Lesson Package
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