With two examples, the presenter shows how to solve a two-step linear equation that contains decimals. Prior to solving the first example, the presentation reviews the steps to solving any two-step linear equation. The examples require using all four operations with decimals. 

Concepts

two-step equations, algebraic equations, equations, linear equations, one variable equations, solving equations, solving for 1 variable

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Pause the video when each example is presented and have the class solve the equation

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils should be comfortable working with decimals
• Individuals must know the basics of solving a two-step equation

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Displays the arithmetic steps required in solving the equation
• Uses a calculator to check the solution

Cons

• None

Common Core

7.EE.B.4.a HSA-REI.B.3 MP1 MP6 MP7