Hands on Equations Review

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What is the correct setup for solving an equation?

Back

The correct setup involves isolating the variable on one side of the equation and simplifying both sides as needed.

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What is the value of x in the equation 2x + 3 = 7?

Back

x = 2

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What does the equation x + 3 + 2x = x + 3 represent?

Back

It represents the combination of like terms, simplifying to 3x + 3 = x + 3.

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What does 6x's represent in an equation?

Back

It represents six times the variable x.

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When working with scales, what must you keep?

Back

You need to keep it balanced.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3x + 5 = 14?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate the term with x.

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How do you combine like terms in the expression 2x + 3x?

Back

You add the coefficients of the like terms: 2x + 3x = 5x.

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What is the purpose of using tiles in hands-on equations?

Back

Tiles visually represent variables and constants, helping to understand the balance of equations.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

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

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What is the solution to the equation x - 4 = 10?

Back

x = 14.