Math 8 Unit 4A Solving Equations

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation -3x - 11 = 44?

Back

Add 11 to both sides.

Front

What could be the first step in solving the equation 2x + 3 = x - 7?

Back

Subtract x on both sides.

Front

Determine if x = 3 is a solution for the equation 4(x - 1) - 3(x - 2) = -5.

Back

NO

Front

What is the solution for the equation 2x + 3 = 2x + 7?

Back

no Solution

Front

What is the solution for the equation 3(2x + 4) = 6x + 11?

Back

No Solution

Front

What does it mean if an equation has no solution?

Back

It means there are no values for the variable that satisfy the equation.

Front

What is an infinite solution in an equation?

Back

It means any value for the variable will satisfy the equation.

Front

How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

By performing inverse operations to both sides of the equation.

Front

What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?

Back

To simplify the equation and make it easier to solve.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 5x + 2 = 3x + 10?

Back

Subtract 3x from both sides.