M6 Lesson 6.2 - Addition & Subtraction Equations

Front

What is an equation?

Back

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

Front

What does it mean to solve an equation?

Back

To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation g - 15 = 30?

Back

Add 15 to both sides of the equation.

Front

If g - 15 = 30, what is the value of g?

Back

g = 45.

Front

What is the equation that represents the situation: Jack had some markers and then bought 6 more. Now he has a total of 10 markers?

Back

m + 6 = 10.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 17 = x + 3?

Back

Subtract 3 from both sides of the equation.

Front

If 17 = x + 3, what is the value of x?

Back

x = 14.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation s + 18 = 24?

Back

Subtract 18 from both sides of the equation.

Front

If s + 18 = 24, what is the value of s?

Back

s = 6.

Front

What is the inverse operation of subtraction?

Back

Addition.