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It takes two steps to solve an equation or inequality that has more than one operation:
  1. Simplify using the inverse of addition or subtraction.
  2. Simplify further by using the inverse of multiplication or division.

Remember, when you multiply or divide an inequality by a negative number, you must reverse the inequality symbol.

Click on each equation to see how it is solved.

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Two step equations and inequalities