Early Equation Vocab

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What does the equation m = 4 x 12 represent?

Back

It represents that m is equal to the product of 4 and 12.

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In the equation 4x = 40, what is the coefficient?

Back

The coefficient is 4.

Front

How can the equation 5 + x = 15 be rewritten?

Back

It can be rewritten as x = 15 - 5.

Front

What is the process of substituting a number for a variable in an equation called?

Back

It is called substitution.

Front

What type of model is a tape diagram?

Back

A tape diagram is a visual representation used to illustrate mathematical concepts.

Front

What is a variable in an equation?

Back

A variable is a symbol, often represented by a letter, that stands for an unknown value.

Front

What does the term 'coefficient' refer to in an equation?

Back

A coefficient is a number that is multiplied by a variable.

Front

What is the purpose of solving an equation?

Back

The purpose is to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

Front

What does the equation 4 + m = 12 imply about m?

Back

It implies that m is equal to 12 - 4.

Front

What is the result of the equation 4 - m = 12 when solved for m?

Back

m = 4 - 12, which simplifies to m = -8.