Visualizing Algebraic Equations Using a Balance Beam

Build a model of an equation and see the connection between the model and the solution steps in this activity.
Putting It All Together
[i]Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections. [/i]
These equations are often called "two-step equations". Why do you think that is true?
What steps would you use to solve the equation [math]5x-7=13[/math]?
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