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 2k + 12 = -4?

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Subtract 12 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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

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k = -8.

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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You perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation to get the variable by itself.

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What is the solution to the equation x / 2 - 5 = 3?

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x = 16.

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What is the purpose of adding or subtracting the same number from both sides of an equation?

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It maintains the equality of the equation while simplifying it.

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What is the solution to the equation 4x - 7 = 21?

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x = 7.

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What is the last step in solving the equation 5b - 6 = 24?

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Divide both sides by 5.

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What is the solution to the equation y/3 + 6 = 9?

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y = 9.