Solving Equations

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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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CCSS.6.EE.A.2C

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is the first step in solving the equation n - 8 = 25?

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Add 8 to both sides of the equation to isolate n.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for n: n - 8 = 25

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n = 33

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the process to solve x - 5.5 = 10.32?

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Add 5.5 to both sides of the equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for x: x - 5.5 = 10.32

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x = 15.82

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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It represents that q divided by 6 equals 7.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Multiply both sides by 6 to isolate q.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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q = 42

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is the equation w + 13 = 24 asking for?

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It is asking for the value of w that makes the equation true.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5