Equations Test - Word Problem Practice

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What is the equation to represent saving $20 initially and $15 each week to reach a total of $125?

Back

20 + 15w = 125

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How do you express the total cost of joining a yoga club with a $100 annual fee and $5 per class?

Back

100 + 5c

Front

If Polly eats 16 fish a day and gets 4 fish per meal, how do you find the number of meals she has?

Back

4m = 16

Front

What expression represents 'six more than twice a number'?

Back

6 + 2x

Front

How do you express 'ten less than the product of 8 and a number'?

Back

8n - 10

Front

What is the general form of a linear equation?

Back

y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.

Front

What does it mean to solve for a variable in an equation?

Back

To isolate the variable on one side of the equation to find its value.

Front

What is a word problem in mathematics?

Back

A problem that describes a situation using words, requiring translation into a mathematical equation.

Front

How do you identify the variable in a word problem?

Back

Look for the unknown quantity that you need to find, often represented by a letter.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

Back

Read the problem carefully and identify the key information and what is being asked.