Correctly order the steps required to write the ionic and net ionic equations for a given precipitation reaction. Place the first step at the top of the list. Place these in the proper order. The net ionic equation includes any species not canceled in the ionic equation Write a balanced molecular equation for the reaction. Write the ionic equation for the reaction. lonic substances that are soluble should be shown as free ions. Identify and cancel the spectator ions on both sides of the equation. Do you know the answer?