Combining Like Terms and Distributive Property Equations Review

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What is the Distributive Property?

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The Distributive Property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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x = -4

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x = 4

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What does it mean to combine like terms?

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Combining like terms involves adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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p = -12

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k = 3

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What is a variable in an equation?

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A variable is a symbol, often represented by letters like x or y, that stands for an unknown value.

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a = -1

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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 variables.

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What is the first step in solving an equation?

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The first step is to simplify both sides of the equation, which may involve combining like terms or using the distributive property.