Solving Equations with Variable on Both Sides

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What is an equation with variables on both sides?

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An equation that contains variables on both the left and right sides, requiring manipulation to isolate the variable.

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What does it mean to combine like terms in an equation?

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Combining like terms means to add or subtract terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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What is the importance of checking your solution in an equation?

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Checking your solution ensures that the value satisfies the original equation, confirming its correctness.

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What is a variable in an equation?

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A symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an equation.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side by itself.