Solving Equations - Algebra 1

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 2a - 4(a - 5) = 10?

Back

Distribute -4 to a and -5.

Front

Solve for F in the equation S = 3F - 24.

Back

F = (S + 24)/3.

Front

What is the solution to the equation ½x + ⅓x = 5?

Back

x = 6.

Front

What is the solution to the equation -11 + 3(b + 5) = 7?

Back

b = 1.

Front

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

Back

To manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

Front

What is the distributive property?

Back

a(b + c) = ab + ac.

Front

How do you solve the equation 3x + 5 = 20?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides, then divide by 3.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 4x - 8 = 0?

Back

x = 2.

Front

What is the purpose of combining like terms in an equation?

Back

To simplify the equation and make it easier to solve.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 5x - 3 = 2x + 6?

Back

x = 3.