Hanger Models and Solving One Step Equations

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What is a hanger model in mathematics?

Back

A hanger model is a visual representation used to solve equations, where weights are balanced on a hanger to illustrate equality.

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What does it mean to solve for a variable?

Back

To solve for a variable means to find the value of that variable that makes the equation true.

Front

Solve for y: y - 7 = 10

Back

y = 17

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Solve for y: 2y = 6

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y = 3

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Solve for p: 2p = 16

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p = 8

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What is the first step in solving the equation y + 5 = 12?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate y.

Front

Which equation represents the hanger model with three equal weights?

Back

3x = 6

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What is the equation for the hanger model with two weights and a total of 31?

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2y + 10 = 31

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What does it mean when an equation is balanced?

Back

An equation is balanced when both sides have the same value.

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Solve for x: x + 3 = 6

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x = 3