Unit 8 Test Review Solving Linear Equations and Inequalities

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Which operation will cancel out multiplication?

Back

Division

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Solve the equation for x: -8x - 8 + 3x - 6 = -3x + 2

Back

x = -8

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

Back

x = -6

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When you graph an inequality, you use a closed dot when you use which symbols?

Back

≤, ≥

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Solve: 3(x - 2) < 2(x + 9)

Back

x < 24

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What is the definition of a linear equation?

Back

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

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

Back

To manipulate an equation to get the variable on one side and all other terms on the opposite side.

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What is the difference between an equation and an inequality?

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An equation states that two expressions are equal, while an inequality shows that one expression is greater or less than another.

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What is the solution set of an inequality?

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The set of all values that satisfy the inequality.

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What does the symbol '>' represent in inequalities?

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It represents 'greater than'.