Equations with Variables on Both Sides

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Solve for y: 2y + 3 = y + 5

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2

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Solve for y: 2y - 5 = y + 4

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9

Front

Solve for p: 14p - 8 = 22 + 20p

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-5

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The goal of solving a one, two, or multi-step equations is to:

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Find the value of the variable

Front

Solve for x: 2x = x + 3

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3

Front

What is a variable in an equation?

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A symbol that represents an unknown value.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To manipulate an equation so that the variable is on one side by itself.

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 3x + 4 = 10?

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Subtract 4 from both sides.

Front

What is the solution to the equation x - 7 = 2?

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9

Front

What is the coefficient in the equation 5x + 2 = 12?

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5