1. Multi-Step Equations

2. Topics Covered General Procedure for Solving a Linear Equation
Example Problems

3. General Procedure for Solving Two-Step Equations
Step 1: Use the addition or subtraction property of equality to collect the variables on one side of the equal sign and constants on the other side.
Step 2: Use the multiplication or division property of equality to make the coefficient of the variable equal to 1.
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5. Steps to Solve a Linear Equation
Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation by clearing parentheses and combining like terms if necessary.
Step 2: Use the addition or subtraction property of equality to collect the variable terms on one side of the equation and constants on the other side of the equation.
Step 3: Use the multiplication or division property of equality to make the coefficient of the variable term equal to 1.
Step 4: Check the answer in the original equation.

6. Examples