Equations Review

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What is an equation?

Back

An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing one or more 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 x + 6 = -10?

Back

Subtract 6 from both sides to isolate x.

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What is the solution to the equation x + 6 = -10?

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x = -16.

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How do you solve the equation 11p + 16 = 2p + 7?

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First, subtract 2p from both sides, then subtract 16 from both sides, and finally divide by 9.

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What is the solution to the equation 11p + 16 = 2p + 7?

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p = -1.

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What is the process to solve y - 12 = -2?

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Add 12 to both sides to isolate y.

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What is the solution to the equation y - 12 = -2?

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y = 10.

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How do you solve the equation 3x = -9?

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Divide both sides by 3 to isolate x.

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What is the solution to the equation 3x = -9?

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x = -3.