Solving Linear Equations Review

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Distribute and simplify: -3(2 - 4w) + (-11w)

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w - 6

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What is the best method for solving equations with variables on both sides?

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Inverse Operations

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Simplify: 2(3x - 6) = -12 + 6x. How many solutions does it have?

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0 = 0; Infinite Solutions

Front

What equation is represented by the algebra tiles?

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4x + 7 = -2x + 5

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How do you eliminate a fraction in an equation?

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Multiply both sides of the equation by the least common denominator.

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What is a linear equation?

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An equation that makes a straight line when graphed, typically in the form y = mx + b.

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What does it mean to simplify an expression?

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To combine like terms and reduce the expression to its simplest form.

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What are inverse operations?

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Operations that undo each other, such as addition and subtraction or multiplication and division.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The smallest number that can be a common denominator for a set of fractions.

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What is a solution to an equation?

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A value that makes the equation true when substituted for the variable.