Solving For X

Front

What does it mean to 'solve for x'?

Back

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

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 32 = -8a?

Back

The first step is to isolate the variable a by dividing both sides of the equation by -8.

Front

Solve for x: x/3 = 4

Back

x = 12

Front

What is the solution to the equation 3 + 6x = 21?

Back

x = 3

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How do you isolate x in the equation x - 14 = 3?

Back

Add 14 to both sides of the equation to isolate x.

Front

Solve for z: 3z = 27

Back

z = 9

Front

What is the inverse operation of addition?

Back

Subtraction is the inverse operation of addition.

Front

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

Back

Division is the inverse operation of multiplication.

Front

If 5x = 25, what is the value of x?

Back

x = 5

Front

What is the equation for finding the value of x in 2x + 4 = 12?

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x = 4.