1G3/2G1 Linear Equations (1)

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What is a linear equation?

Back

A linear equation is an equation that makes a straight line when graphed. It can be written in the form ax + b = c, where a, b, and c are constants.

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What does it mean to solve a linear equation?

Back

To solve a linear equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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Solve: 5x + 7 = 32

Back

x = 5

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Solve: 4x + 5 = 29

Back

x = 6

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Solve: 9 - 3z = 0

Back

z = 3

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Solve: 6x - 4 = 26

Back

x = 5

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Solve: 2x - 3 + 4x = 27

Back

x = 5

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What is the first step in solving the equation 5x + 7 = 32?

Back

Subtract 7 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

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Isolating the variable allows you to solve for its value by simplifying the equation.

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What is the solution to the equation 3x + 2 = 11?

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x = 3