SOL 4.16 Balancing Equations

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What is a balanced equation?

Back

A balanced equation is an equation where both sides have the same value, meaning the quantities are equal.

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What does it mean to solve for a variable in an equation?

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Solving for a variable means finding the value of that variable that makes the equation true.

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If 4 x 6 = 3 x ____, what is the missing number?

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8

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What is the result of 18 + 5?

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23

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If 18 + 5 = ___ + 9, what is the missing number?

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14

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What is the value of A in the equation 55 ÷ 11 = 35 ÷ A?

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7

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What is the result of 14 - 7?

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7

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Which statement is true: 2 × 4 = 8 + 3 or 3 × 3 = 5 + 4?

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3 × 3 = 5 + 4 is true.

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What is the principle of equality in equations?

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The principle of equality states that if you add, subtract, multiply, or divide both sides of an equation by the same number, the equation remains balanced.

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What is the first step in solving an equation?

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Identify the variable you need to solve for.