Solving Equations w/ the Variable on Both Sides Review Warm-Up

Front

What is the first step in solving an equation with the variable on both sides?

Back

Combine like terms by moving all variable terms to one side of the equation.

Front

Solve for w: 7w + 5 = 3w - 15

Back

w = -5

Front

Solve for x: 8x + 3 = 7x - 4

Back

x = -7

Front

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

Back

To isolate the variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is alone on one side of the equation.

Tags

CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

Front

Solve for x: 10x - 9 = 4x + 9

Back

x = 3

Front

What is the purpose of checking your solution after solving an equation?

Back

To verify that the solution satisfies the original equation.

Tags

CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

Front

Solve for x: 8x - 4 = 5x + 14

Back

x = 6

Front

What is a linear equation?

Back

An equation that makes a straight line when graphed, typically in the form ax + b = c.

Tags

CCSS.8.F.B.4

CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2

Front

Solve for X: 4x + 5 = 2x + 7

Back

x = 1

Front

What does 'like terms' mean in algebra?

Back

Terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

Tags

CCSS.6.EE.A.2B