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Define a variable in mathematics.

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A variable is a symbol used to represent an unknown value in an equation or expression.

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

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Isolating a variable means rearranging the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

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The first step is to subtract 2.134 from both sides of the equation.

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What is the result of subtracting 2.134 from 14.5?

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The result is 12.366.

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Explain what a decimal number is.

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A decimal number is a number that includes a decimal point, which separates the whole number part from the fractional part.

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What is the importance of including decimals in answers?

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Including decimals in answers is important for accuracy, especially in measurements and calculations.

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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 of the variable that makes the equation true.

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It is an example of a linear equation.

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What is a linear equation?

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