Math 7 - Real-World Algebraic Equations Word Problems

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What is an algebraic equation?

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An algebraic equation is a mathematical statement that shows the equality of two expressions, which can include numbers, variables, and operations.

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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 of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is a variable in algebra?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an equation.

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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 all other terms on the opposite side.

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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a narrative or real-life scenario.

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How do you translate a word problem into an algebraic equation?

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Identify the key information and relationships in the problem, then express them using variables and mathematical operations.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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The first step is to read the problem carefully and identify what is being asked.

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What does 'more than' indicate in a word problem?

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'More than' indicates addition in a word problem.

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What does 'less than' indicate in a word problem?

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'Less than' indicates subtraction in a word problem.

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If a problem states 'the sum of a number and 5 equals 12', how would you write this as an equation?

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You would write it as: x + 5 = 12.