Solving Equations

Front

What is the first step to isolate x in the equation 3x + 10 = 16?

Back

Subtract 10 from both sides of the equation.

Front

Solve for x: 8 = -x + 3

Back

x = -5

Front

Solve for w: -9 = -5w + 1

Back

w = 2

Front

Solve for x: 3x - 7 = 32

Back

x = 13

Front

Solve for x: -5x = 25

Back

x = -5

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

To manipulate the equation so that the variable is on one side and all other terms are on the other side.

Front

What operation can be used to eliminate a constant from one side of an equation?

Back

Subtraction.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 2x + 4 = 12?

Back

x = 4

Front

What is the solution to the equation 5x - 15 = 0?

Back

x = 3

Front

What is the solution to the equation 4x + 8 = 24?

Back

x = 4