Solving equations

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Solve for x: 5x - 14 = 8x + 4

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x = -6

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Solve: 2(2x + 3) = -6(x + 9)

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x = -6

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Solve: 8x + 4y = 16, for y

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y = -2x + 4

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Solve: 12x - 4y = 20, for y

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y = 3x - 5

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Solve: 3x + 7 = -8

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x = -5

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Definition: Linear Equation

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An equation that makes a straight line when graphed, typically in the form y = mx + b.

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Definition: Variable

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A symbol used to represent an unknown value, often denoted by letters such as x or y.

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Definition: Coefficient

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A numerical factor in a term of an algebraic expression, e.g., in 3x, 3 is the coefficient.

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Definition: Constant

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A fixed value that does not change, e.g., in the equation y = 2x + 5, 5 is a constant.

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Definition: Solving an Equation

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Finding the value of the variable that makes the equation true.