Linear Algebra Final Review

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What is the distributive property in algebra?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Solve for x: -5(2x - 7) = ?

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-10x + 35

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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What is the result of subtracting a negative number?

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Subtracting a negative number is the same as adding its positive counterpart.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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Solve for x: x - 8 = 13

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x = 21

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the result of -11 - 6?

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-17

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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

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Isolating 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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Solve for n: -2(3n + 6) = 36

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n = -8

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the definition of a linear equation?

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A linear equation is an equation that makes a straight line when graphed. It has the form y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.

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CCSS.8.F.B.4

CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2

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What is the solution to the equation -6 - (-4)?

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-2

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What does it mean to combine like terms?

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Combining like terms means to simplify an expression by adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1