Balanced Equations

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What is a balanced equation?

Back

A balanced equation is a mathematical statement that shows two expressions are equal, meaning both sides have the same value.

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What does it mean to solve for a missing number in an equation?

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It means to find the value that makes the equation true.

Front

If 12 - 3 = 16 - ___, what is the missing number?

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7

Front

What is the result of 6 + ___ = 9 + 2?

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5

Front

In the equation 7 + 5 = ___ + 9, what is the missing number?

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3

Front

What is the missing number in 8 + 7 = ___ + 9?

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6

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If 13 - ___ = 3 + 5, what is the missing number?

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5

Front

What is the first step to solve an equation?

Back

Identify the operation and the numbers involved.

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What does the equal sign (=) represent in an equation?

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It shows that the values on both sides are the same.

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What is addition?

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Addition is the process of finding the total or sum by combining two or more numbers.