What is the first step to solve $$3x - 4 = 11$$ ?

The first step is to add 4 to both sides, resulting in $$3x = 15$$ .

What is the error in the equation $$2x + 3x = 5x + 2$$ ?

The error is in assuming that $$2x + 3x = 5x$$ is incorrect; it is actually correct. The error could be in the next steps if not handled properly.

What is the solution to $$1 + 4n - 6n = 1 - 8n$$ ?

First, combine like terms to get $$1 - 2n = 1 - 8n$$ , then isolate $$n$$ to find $$n = 0$$ .

What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

Inverse operations are used to undo the operations applied to the variable, allowing you to isolate the variable and solve the equation.

What is a multi-step equation?

A multi-step equation is an equation that requires more than two steps to solve. It often involves combining like terms, using the distributive property, and isolating the variable.

What is the distributive property?

The distributive property states that $$a(b + c) = ab + ac$$ . It is used to eliminate parentheses in equations.

How do you check your solution to an equation?

To check your solution, substitute the value back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

What does it mean to 'solve for x'?

To 'solve for x' means to find the value of the variable x that makes the equation true.

What is the first step in solving $$3(x + 2) = 21$$ ?

The first step is to divide both sides by 3, resulting in $$x + 2 = 7$$ .

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