Literal Equations

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What is the goal when solving an equation?

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Isolate a variable (Get it by itself)

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Solve for F in the equation S = 3F - 24.

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Solve for n in the equation 2m - n = 8.

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n = 2m - 8

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Solve for y in the equation 5x - y = 16.

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y = 5x - 16

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Solve for s in the equation -2 = 4r + s.

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s = -2 - 4r

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What is a literal equation?

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An equation that involves two or more variables.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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By performing inverse operations to both sides of the equation.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3x + 5 = 20?

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Subtract 5 from both sides to get 3x = 15.

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What does it mean to rearrange an equation?

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To change the equation so that a different variable is isolated.

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Solve for x in the equation 2x + 3 = 11.

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x = 4