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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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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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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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the first step in solving the equation 12x = 144?

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Divide both sides by 12 to isolate x.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the solution to the equation 12x = 144?

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x = 12.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the correct step to solve for m in the equation 15 = m - 5?

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Add 5 to both sides.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the solution to the equation y + 8 = 20?

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y = 12.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.5

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What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

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Addition.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.

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CCSS.3.OA.C.7

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What is the inverse operation of division?

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Multiplication.

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CCSS.4.NBT.B.6