Solving Algebraic Equations

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What is an algebraic equation?

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An algebraic equation is a mathematical statement that shows the equality of two expressions, typically involving variables and constants.

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What does it mean to solve an algebraic equation?

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To solve an algebraic equation means to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 7w + 3 = 5w + 9?

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The first step is to isolate the variable by moving all terms involving the variable to one side of the equation.

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Solve for w: 7w + 3 = 5w + 9

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w = 3

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What is the solution to the equation 5x - 14 = 8x + 4?

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x = -6

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How do you isolate x in the equation 17 = x + 3?

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Subtract 3 from both sides of the equation.

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Solve for x: 17 = x + 3

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x = 14

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What is the solution to the equation 3(x - 4) = -3?

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x = 3

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How do you solve the equation m + 23 = 250?

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Subtract 23 from both sides of the equation.

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Solve for m: m + 23 = 250

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m = 227