Solving Equations

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing variables.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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What is the first step in solving the equation -4x - 14 = 6?

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The first step is to isolate the variable term by adding 14 to both sides of the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation -4x - 14 = 6?

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The solution is x = -5.

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Multiply both sides by 5 to eliminate the fraction, then add 4 to isolate a.

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The solution is a = 19.

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Rearrange the equation to isolate k by moving all k terms to one side and constant terms to the other.

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The value is k = -\frac{8}{3}.

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The solution is v = -3.