MT REVIEW Flashcard 7.1 to 7.4

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What is the distributive property in algebra?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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What is the formula for the circumference of a circle?

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C = πd, where C is the circumference and d is the diameter.

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Find the circumference of a circle with a diameter of 6 cm using π = 3.14.

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C = 3.14 * 6 = 18.84 cm.

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

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Isolating a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the opposite side.

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What is the first step to solve the equation: -5x = 25?

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Divide both sides by -5 to isolate x.

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Solve the equation: -5x = 25

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x = -5.

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How do you isolate x in the equation: x - 62 = 123?

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Add 62 to both sides.

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

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x = 185.