Review Solving Equations

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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 one or more 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 first step in solving the equation 5x + 9 = 24?

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Subtract 9 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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Solve for x: 5x + 9 = 24

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x = 3

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What is the first step in solving the equation 10 - 3y = 4?

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Subtract 10 from both sides.

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Solve for y: 10 - 3y = 4

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y = 2

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What is the solution to the equation x + 8 = -1?

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x = -9

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Solve for x: x + 21 = 11

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x = -10

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What is the inverse operation of addition?

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Subtraction is the inverse operation of addition.

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What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

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Division is the inverse operation of multiplication.