Combine Like Terms, Single Step Equation, Distribution

Front

What does it mean to combine like terms in an expression?

Back

Combining like terms means to simplify an expression by adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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What is a single-step equation?

Back

A single-step equation is an equation that can be solved in one step, typically by performing a basic operation such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

Front

Solve for x: 2x + 5 = 15

Back

x = 5

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What is the distributive property?

Back

The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac, meaning you can distribute a factor across a sum.

Front

Distribute: 3(2x + 4)

Back

6x + 12

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What is the solution to the equation 3x = 12?

Back

x = 4

Front

Solve for x: x - 7 = 10

Back

x = 17

Front

Distribute: -4(3x - 2)

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-12x + 8

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What does it mean for x = 7 to be a solution of an equation?

Back

It means that when you substitute 7 for x in the equation, both sides of the equation are equal.

Front

Solve: 5x = 25

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x = 5