Equations - word problems

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing variables.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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What is a variable in mathematics?

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A variable is a symbol, often represented by letters like x or y, that stands for an unknown value.

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How do you represent a word problem as an equation?

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Identify the quantities involved, assign variables, and translate the relationships and operations described in the problem into mathematical expressions.

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What is a linear equation?

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A linear equation is an equation of the first degree, meaning it has no exponents greater than one, and it graphs as a straight line.

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What is the formula for calculating total cost in a word problem involving a flat fee and a variable cost?

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Total Cost (C) = Flat Fee + (Variable Cost per Unit * Number of Units)