Solving equations with variables on both sides

Solving equations with variables on both sides

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Mathematics

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the first step in solving an equation with variables on both sides?

Back

Move all variable terms to one side of the equation and constant terms to the other side.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

To isolate a variable means to manipulate the equation so that the variable is alone on one side of the equation.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Solve the equation: -15v - 40 = 23 - 8v

Back

v = -9

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Solve the equation: -5x + 7 = -3x - 9

Back

x = 8

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the principle of equality in solving equations?

Back

The principle of equality states that if you add, subtract, multiply, or divide both sides of an equation by the same number, the two sides remain equal.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Solve the equation: 4k + 24 = 6k - 10

Back

k = 17

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a linear equation?

Back

A linear equation is an equation of the first degree, meaning it has no variables raised to a power greater than one.

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