Balanced Equations

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What is a balanced equation?

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A balanced equation is a mathematical statement that shows two expressions are equal, meaning both sides have the same value.

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What does it mean to solve for a missing number in an equation?

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It means to find the value that makes the equation true.

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If 12 - 3 = 16 - ___, what is the missing number?

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7

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What is the result of 7 + ___ = 0 + 9?

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The missing number is 2.

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How do you find the missing number in 15 - 6 = ___ + 5?

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You subtract 5 from 15 - 6 to find the missing number.

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What is the missing number in ___ - 5 = 18 - 9?

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The missing number is 14.

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If 6 + ___ = 9 + 2, what is the missing number?

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The missing number is 5.

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What is the first step to solve an equation?

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Identify what you need to find and isolate the variable.

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What does it mean when both sides of an equation are equal?

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It means that the values on both sides are the same.

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What is the purpose of using equations in math?

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Equations help us understand relationships between numbers and solve problems.