Solving Simple Equations

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What is a simple equation?

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A simple equation is a mathematical statement that shows the equality of two expressions, typically involving one variable.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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

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What is the first step in solving the equation 78 + y = 100?

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Subtract 78 from both sides to isolate the variable y.

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What is the solution to the equation 78 + y = 100?

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y = 22.

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How do you solve the equation 8r = 32?

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Divide both sides by 8 to isolate r.

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What is the solution to the equation 8r = 32?

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r = 4.

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What does k/3 = 15 mean?

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It means that k divided by 3 equals 15.

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How do you solve the equation k/3 = 15?

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Multiply both sides by 3 to isolate k.

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What is the solution to the equation k/3 = 15?

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k = 45.

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What is the equation r + 40 = 100 asking for?

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It is asking for the value of r that makes the equation true.