Solving Equations Math Lab

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Solve: 10 = y - 5

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15

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Solve: 21 = 3w

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7

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Solve: x + 3 = 15

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12

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True or False: You can solve a division equation by multiplying both sides by the denominator.

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True

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24

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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.

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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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What is the first step in solving the equation x + 5 = 12?

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Subtract 5 from both sides.

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division.