NEW! Algebra Essentials Online Course

Solving Multi-Step Equations

Step by Step

The type of equations found on the GED® are multi-step but don't let that intimidate you. You don't have to know everything you need to do, just the next step.

STEP 1: WATCH THE VIRTUAL CLASS VIDEO AND TAKE NOTES

Follow these wisdom principles to solve linear equations.

Simplify the left and right hand sides of the equation.
Get the variable terms (letters) to the same side.
Isolate the variable- get the letter alone on one side.

And, remember, you can always use your GED® calculator when solving equations.

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