Lesson 1.2 Practice

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x = 3

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Solve the equation: 7(2 + n) = -35

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n = -7

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x = 8

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x = 2

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x = 4

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What is the distributive property?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac.

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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.

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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 a variable in mathematics?

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A variable is a symbol used to represent an unknown value.

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Distribute the 2 to both terms inside the parentheses.