Solving Linear Equations

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Define a linear equation.

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What is the solution to a linear equation?

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The solution to a linear equation is the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is the first step in solving a linear equation?

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The first step is to isolate the variable on one side of the equation, often by adding or subtracting terms.

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Explain the concept of combining like terms in linear equations.

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Combining like terms involves adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power to simplify the equation.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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Isolating a variable means rearranging the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.