Equation REVIEW

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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 equation for '17 less than h equals 42'?

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h - 17 = 42

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How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, you perform operations to get the variable on one side of the equation and the constants on the other.

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What is the solution to the equation 23 = x + 7?

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x = 16

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What equation models the situation: 'After dropping 5ºF, the temperature was 37ºF'?

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d - 5 = 37

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How do you represent a situation where Cheryl earns $8 per hour and made $96?

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8h = 96

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What is the solution to the equation a - 2.1 = 5.8?

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a = 7.9

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What does 'less than' indicate in an equation?

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'Less than' indicates subtraction in an equation.

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What does 'equals' signify in an equation?

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'Equals' signifies that the two sides of the equation have the same value.