Equalities and Inequalities

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What is an equality?

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An equality is a mathematical statement that shows two expressions are equal, using the '=' sign.

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that shows the relationship between two expressions that are not equal, using symbols like '<', '>', '≤', or '≥'.

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What does it mean to balance an equation?

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To balance an equation means to ensure that both sides of the equation have the same value.

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What is the purpose of solving an equation?

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The purpose of solving an equation is to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is the solution to the equation 8 + 7 = ___ + 9?

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The solution is 6.

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What is the solution to the equation 2 x 9 = 3 x ____?

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The solution is 6.

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Is the equation 2 x 4 = 4 + 2 balanced?

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No, it is not balanced.

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What is the solution to the equation 6 x 7 = 49 - ___?

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The solution is 7.

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What is the solution to the equation 112 - ___ = 9 x 9?

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The solution is 31.

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What does the symbol '>' mean in an inequality?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.