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 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 in an equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What is the solution to the equation -11 + 3(b + 5) = 7?

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1

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does it mean if an equation has no solution?

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An equation has no solution if there are no values for the variable that can satisfy the equation.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7A

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What is the solution to the equation x/3 + 10 = 15?

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15

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the formula for the ideal gas law?

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pV = nRT, where p is pressure, V is volume, n is the number of moles, R is the gas constant, and T is temperature.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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How do you solve for R in the equation pV = nRT?

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R = pV/nT

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.4

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What is the solution to the equation 9 + k = 18?

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9

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is a linear equation?

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A linear equation is an equation of the first degree, meaning it has no exponents greater than one and graphs as a straight line.

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CCSS.8.F.B.4

CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2