Equations and Inequalities Practice

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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 one or more variables.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions and shows that one is greater than, less than, or not equal to the other.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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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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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the solution to the equation 4(x + 2) - 1 = 3?

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x = -1

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, you perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation until the variable is alone on one side.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the first step in solving the inequality -2x + 8 > -2?

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Subtract 8 from both sides to simplify the inequality.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4B

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What is the solution to the inequality 3x - 7 < 11?

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x < 6

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4B

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How can you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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You can check your solution by substituting the value back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5

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What does the graph of an inequality represent?

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The graph of an inequality represents all the possible solutions that satisfy the inequality.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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What is a variable in mathematics?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an equation or inequality.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B