WRM DEC 3

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What is a coefficient in an algebraic expression?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor that multiplies a variable in an algebraic expression.

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What is the goal of solving two-step equations?

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The goal is to find the value of the variable.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 15 = m - 5?

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Add 5 to both sides to isolate the variable m.

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What do we call a number with no variable attached?

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A constant.

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What are the steps to solve for b in the equation b/5 - 6 = 0?

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Add 6 to both sides and then multiply both sides by 5.

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value.

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a combination of numbers, variables, and operations.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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What is the difference between an equation and an expression?

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An equation states that two expressions are equal, while an expression does not include an equality sign.

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What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

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Inverse operations are used to undo operations and isolate the variable.