Solving Equations Flashcard

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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 solution to the equation 24 = 34 - j?

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, you perform operations to get the variable on one side of the equation and the constants on the other.

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What is the solution to the equation 56 = 7q?

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How do you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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You can check your solution by substituting it back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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Solve the equation mentally: 11w = 66

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What is the solution to the equation 9b = 36?

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What is a variable in an equation?

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