FLASHCARD -Solving Algebraic Equations

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s = 34

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u = 3

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w = 12

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Divide both sides by 4.

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x = -3

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What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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What is the principle of balancing equations?

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The principle of balancing equations states that whatever you do to one side of the equation, you must do to the other side to maintain equality.

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Subtract 5 from both sides to get x = 7.

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x = 5.

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Divide both sides by 2.