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Solve a problem with Math Steps

Write out a solution and get feedback on each move. Open Tools → Math Steps. In this example, you will solve 2x + 5 = 13 and keep a record of the steps.

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1. Start with one problem
Let's work through an equation, one step at a time. Open Math Steps, type two x plus five equals thirteen, and use the plus button to create a problem session.

2. Write your next move
Before asking for feedback, explain what you would do. Here, we subtract five from both sides. Writing the operation helps you see the reasoning, instead of jumping straight to an answer.

3. Check, then record the step
Choose Check with AI and read the feedback. When you're ready, use Add step to record your working. These are separate actions: one gives feedback, and the other keeps the step in your solution.

4. Finish and verify
Next, divide both sides by two. That gives x equals four. Check it in the original equation: two times four, plus five, equals thirteen. Nice. Now you have a solution you can explain.

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Create the problem

Enter 2x + 5 = 13 in the problem field, then select +. This creates a problem session and opens its step editor.

$Math Steps problem entry and recent problem sessions$

Propose a step

In Describe the next step…, enter Subtract 5 from both sides: 2x = 8. Describe the operation rather than entering only a final answer.

$The proposed subtraction step ready for an AI check$

Check and keep your working

Select Check with AI and read the feedback. Revise the step if needed, then select Add step to save it in your solution. Checking and adding are separate actions.

$AI feedback confirms that subtracting five leaves two x equals eight$

Finish and verify

Enter Divide both sides by 2: x = 4. Check: 2*4 + 5 = 13. Check it, then use Add step again. You should now see both steps recorded.

$A completed Math Steps solution with both operations recorded$

Verify the result yourself: 2 × 4 + 5 = 13. An AI check can be unavailable or mistaken; the substitution is your independent check. If feedback fails, keep your working and retry after checking the displayed error and allowance.

$Propose a step, check feedback, revise, add the step, and verify the solution$

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