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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that shows the equality of two expressions, typically containing one or more variables.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What does it mean for a value to be a solution to an equation?

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A value is a solution to an equation if, when substituted for the variable, it makes the equation true.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5

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Is x = 0 a solution to the equation 4m - 4 = 4m?

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No, it is not a solution because substituting x = 0 does not satisfy the equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5

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What is the solution to the equation s ÷ 4 = 5 when s = 24?

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No, s = 24 is not a solution because 24 ÷ 4 = 6, which is not equal to 5.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5

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Is n = 9 a solution to the equation n - 2 = 7?

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Yes, it is a solution because substituting n = 9 gives 9 - 2 = 7, which is true.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5

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True or False: 3 + 1 = 4

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True, because the sum of 3 and 1 is indeed 4.

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CCSS.1.OA.B.3

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When x = 6, is 3x = 18 true?

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True, because substituting x = 6 gives 3(6) = 18, which is correct.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5

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What is a variable in an equation?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does it mean if an equation is balanced?

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An equation is balanced when both sides have the same value after simplification.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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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(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A