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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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 13 + k = 25?

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Subtract 13 from both sides to isolate k: k = 25 - 13.

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What is the solution to the equation 13 + k = 25?

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k = 12.

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How do you check if your solution is correct?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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What is the equation that has x = 5 as a solution?

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2x = 10.

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How do you solve the equation 4 + b = 30?

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Subtract 4 from both sides: b = 30 - 4.

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What is the solution to the equation 4 + b = 30?

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b = 26.

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What is the process to solve for x in the equation x + 8 = 20?

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Subtract 8 from both sides: x = 20 - 8.

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What is the solution to the equation x + 8 = 20?

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x = 12.