Understanding Solving Two-Step Linear Equations
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To solve a simple two-step equation like $3x + 5 = 11$, first subtract 5 from both sides to isolate the term with x: $3x = 6$. Then divide both sides by 3 to find $x = 2$. Always perform operations in the reverse order of how they appear in the equation.
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Beginner
Solve the equation $3x + 5 = 11$.
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You buy 3 packs of cards, each costing $x$ dollars, and a $5 accessory. The total cost is $11. Find $x$.
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Solve $4x - 3 = 9$ for $x$.
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Solve the complex equation $5x - 4 = 2x + 8$.
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