1-3 Multi-Step Equations Objectives: To solve equations with multiple steps including distributive property.
Steps for Solving: Use the Distributive Property Combine Like Terms Undo add and subtract Undo multiply and divide
Examples:
Clearing Fractions: What could you multiply by to get rid of the 7 completely?
Example: Now what do we multiply by? Multiply EVERYTHING (both sides) by the LEAST COMMON DENOMINATOR.
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Clearing Decimals 0.4x = m = 9.8 How could we get rid of the decimals?
How to clear decimals: Move decimals to make whole numbers Move ALL decimals the same amount
Extra Examples: 0.36p = x – 0.01 = 2
Homework: Page 21, #1-15 odd, 36-41