Long Test: Translating and Solving Equations

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What is the quotient of 4 and a number n, increased by 10?

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Subtract 6 from both sides.

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Write the inequality for a secret number n that is less than 9.

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Subtract 6 from both sides then divide both sides by 5.

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Add 15 to both sides.

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Define an equation.

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions.

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What is the purpose of solving an equation?

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To find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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To manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions and shows that one is greater than, less than, or not equal to the other.

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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.