Write Equations

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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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What does 'c' represent in an equation?

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In equations, 'c' often represents a variable or unknown quantity that we are trying to solve for.

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How do you write an equation to find the total number of students in multiple classes?

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If each class has 'c' students and there are 'n' classes, the equation is: c x n = total students.

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What is the equation to find out how many more cups of flour are needed if you have already added some?

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If 'f' is the total cups needed and you have added 'x' cups, the equation is: f - x = remaining cups needed.

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How do you express the total cost of multiple items in an equation?

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If each item costs 'p' and you buy 'n' items, the equation is: p x n = total cost.

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What is the equation to find out how many items were given away if you know the original amount and the remaining amount?

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If 'o' is the original amount and 'r' is the remaining amount, the equation is: o - g = r, where g is the number of items given away.

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How do you express a situation where you receive money and want to find out how much you received?

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If 'm' is the amount you had before and 'r' is the amount received, the equation is: m + r = total amount after receiving.

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What is a variable in an equation?

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

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How do you set up an equation for a word problem?

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Identify the unknowns, assign variables, and translate the words into mathematical expressions.

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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.