Expression or Equation?

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What is the difference between an equation and an expression?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing an equals sign (e.g., 2 + 2 = 4). An expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operators without an equals sign (e.g., 2 + 2).

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What is an example of an equation?

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An example of an equation is 3x + 2 = 11.

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What is an example of an expression?

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An example of an expression is 4x - 5.

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What does it mean for an equation to be true?

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An equation is true if both sides of the equation represent the same value when the variables are substituted with appropriate numbers.

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What is the role of the equals sign in an equation?

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The equals sign (=) indicates that the two sides of the equation have the same value.

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Can an expression contain an equals sign?

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No, an expression cannot contain an equals sign; it is simply a combination of terms.

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What is a simple way to identify an equation?

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An equation can be identified by the presence of an equals sign (=).

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What is a mathematical operation?

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A mathematical operation is a calculation that combines numbers in a specific way, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is the result of the expression 5 ÷ 4?

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The result of the expression 5 ÷ 4 is 1.25 or 5/4.

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What is the result of the equation 1/2 × 1/3 = 1/6?

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The equation 1/2 × 1/3 = 1/6 is true, as both sides equal 1/6.