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What is the value of x that makes this hanger balanced?

Back

2

Front

What equation represents this hanger diagram?

Back

2z + 3 = 5

Front

What equation represents this hanger diagram?

Back

7 = 3w + 1

Front

What equation represents this hanger diagram?

Back

2y + 10 = 31

Front

What equation represents this hanger diagram?

Back

7 = 3x + 1

Front

What is the principle of balance in equations?

Back

For an equation to be balanced, both sides must have the same value.

Front

What does the variable represent in an equation?

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A variable is a symbol used to represent an unknown value.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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You perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 2x + 3 = 5?

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Subtract 3 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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What does it mean for an equation to be linear?

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A linear equation is an equation of the first degree, meaning it graphs as a straight line.