Foundations of Algebra Review

Front

Simplify the expression: -6x + 4(-x - 3)

Back

-10x - 12

Front

Solve for x: 3(5x + 10) + 10 = 6x - (x + 10)

Back

x = -5

Front

Which inequality matches the graph? (x > -2)

Back

x > -2

Front

Does the sign need to flip when solving? 8y < (-40)

Back

NO

Front

Simplify: 3(a + b) - 2(a - b)

Back

a + 5b

Front

What is the distributive property?

Back

a(b + c) = ab + ac

Front

What is an inequality?

Back

A mathematical statement that compares two expressions using <, >, ≤, or ≥.

Front

What does it mean to solve for x?

Back

Finding the value of x that makes the equation true.

Front

What is a linear equation?

Back

An equation that makes a straight line when graphed.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 2x + 3 = 7?

Back

x = 2