7th Grade Equations Practice

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What is the first step to solve the equation -4(1 + 3x) = 68?

Back

Distribute -4 to both terms inside the parentheses.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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How do you isolate the variable 'a' in the equation 26 = a - 28?

Back

Add 28 to both sides of the equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the combined like terms in the equation 2x - 3 + 4x = 27?

Back

6x - 3 = 27.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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What operation do you perform to both sides of the equation n/-5 = 20 to solve for n?

Back

Multiply both sides by -5.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the solution to the equation 11.7x - 15 = 8.4?

Back

x = 2.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does it mean to 'isolate the variable' in an equation?

Back

To manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?

Back

To simplify the equation and make it easier to solve.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

Back

Subtraction.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.5

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

Back

Division.

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CCSS.3.OA.C.7

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How do you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5