Math 1-R Solving Equations Variables Both Sides - Flashcard

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Solve for x: 6x + 28 = 12 + 2x

Back

x = -4

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Solve for x: 5x = 3x + 24

Back

x = 12

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Solve for c: 2c - 12 = 9c + 2

Back

c = -2

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Solve for x: 2(x + 2) = 4x - 2

Back

x = 4

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Solve for x: 12x - 15 = 3(2x + 3)

Back

x = 4

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What is a variable in an equation?

Back

A symbol (often a letter) that represents an unknown value.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

Back

Finding the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is the balance method in solving equations?

Back

Adding or subtracting the same value from both sides to maintain equality.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3x + 5 = 20?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?

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To simplify the equation and make it easier to solve.