Front

What does it mean to 'solve for x'?

Back

To 'solve for x' means to find the value of the variable x that makes an equation true.

Front

What is an equivalent equation?

Back

An equivalent equation is an equation that has the same solution as another equation.

Front

Solve for x: 2x + 5 = 15.

Back

x = 5.

Front

Simplify the expression: 3x + 4x.

Back

7x.

Front

Which expression is equivalent to x^2 + 2x + 1?

Back

(x + 1)^2.

Front

Solve for x: 4(x - 2) = 12.

Back

x = 5.

Front

What is the distributive property?

Back

The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac.

Front

Simplify the expression: 5(x + 2) - 3x.

Back

2x + 10.

Front

Which expression is equivalent to (3x)^2?

Back

9x^2.

Front

Solve for x: x/3 + 4 = 10.

Back

x = 18.