Solving Linear Equations

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Solve for w: -6w + 1 = -11

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w = 2

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Solve the equation: x/3 + 10 = 15

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x = 15

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Solve: 7x - 3x - 8 = 24

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x = 8

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Solve: 2(2x + 3) = -6(x + 9)

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x = -6

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Solve for x: 10 = 3x - 12

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x = 22/3

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Definition: Linear Equation

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

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Definition: Variable

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A symbol used to represent an unknown value, often denoted by letters such as x, y, or w.

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Definition: Coefficient

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A numerical factor in a term of an algebraic expression, e.g., in 3x, 3 is the coefficient.

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Definition: Constant

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A fixed value that does not change, e.g., in the equation 2x + 5 = 10, 5 is a constant.

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Definition: Solving an Equation

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The process of finding the value of the variable that makes the equation true.