Solving Equations Using Addition/Subtraction

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What is the first step to solve the equation x - 32 = 49?

Back

Add 32 to both sides of the equation.

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If x - 1 = 8, what is the value of x?

Back

x = 9

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

Back

To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

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How do you solve the equation 17 = x + 3?

Back

Subtract 3 from both sides to find x = 14.

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What is the solution to the equation x - 62 = 123?

Back

x = 185 (Add 62 to both sides).

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What operation would you use to solve x + 5 = 12?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides.

Front

If x - 32 = 49, what is the value of x?

Back

x = 81

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What is the purpose of showing your work when solving equations?

Back

To demonstrate the steps taken to arrive at the solution.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 8 = x - 1?

Back

x = 9 (Add 1 to both sides).

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What does it mean to check your solution in an equation?

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To substitute the solution back into the original equation to verify it is correct.