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 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 4 = 2r - 10?

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Add 10 to both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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What is the solution to the equation 4 = 2r - 10?

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The solution is r = 7.

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How do you solve the equation 4(4 + 4x) = 96?

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First, divide both sides by 4, then simplify and solve for x.

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What is the solution to the equation 4(4 + 4x) = 96?

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The solution is x = 5.

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In the equation 10 + 7m = 17, what operation do you perform first?

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Subtract 10 from both sides.

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What is the second operation to perform in the equation 10 + 7m = 17?

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Divide by 7.

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What is the solution to the equation 10 + 7m = 17?

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The solution is m = 1.

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How do you simplify the equation 8v - 4(v + 8) = 8?

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Distribute -4 to both terms in the parentheses and combine like terms.