Equations with Rational Coefficients

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Solve: 8y = 24

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y = 3

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve the equation: 72 = ?

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72

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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If the coefficient of the variable is a fraction, dividing both sides by a fraction is the same as...

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multiplying by the reciprocal

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Write an equation AND solve: Three fourths of the fruit in a refrigerator are apples. There are 24 apples in the refrigerator. How many pieces of fruit are in the refrigerator?

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¾ n = 24 ; n = 32 pieces of fruit

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve the equation: ? = -90

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-90

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is a rational coefficient?

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A rational coefficient is a number that can be expressed as a fraction, where both the numerator and denominator are integers.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does it mean to check your solution?

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Checking your solution means substituting your answer back into the original equation to verify it is correct.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the first step in solving the equation ¾ n = 24?

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Multiply both sides by the reciprocal of ¾, which is 4/3.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7