solving for a variable

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What is the first step to solve the equation 5x - 8 = 32?

Back

Add 8 to both sides.

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What is the next step after simplifying 5x = 40?

Back

Divide both sides by 5.

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What does the equation IR = V represent?

Back

It represents Ohm's Law, where I is current, R is resistance, and V is voltage.

Front

How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

You perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation.

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Back

x = 20.

Front

How do you solve for R in the equation IR = V?

Back

R = \frac{V}{I}.

Front

What is the final step in solving the equation 5b - 6 = 24?

Back

Divide both sides by 5.

Front

What is the solution for x in the equation y = x - 9?

Back

x = y + 9.

Front

What operation is performed to both sides of the equation to solve for x in 5x = 40?

Back

Divide both sides by 5.

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What is the purpose of performing inverse operations in algebra?

Back

To isolate the variable and solve the equation.