Solving Equations TEST

Front

What is the formula to calculate the total cost of a taxi ride?

Back

Total Cost = Base Fare + (Cost per Mile × Number of Miles)

Front

How do you isolate a variable in an equation?

Back

To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations on both sides of the equation.

Front

What does it mean to solve an equation?

Back

To find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 5x = 45?

Back

Divide both sides by 5.

Front

What is a leap year?

Back

A leap year is a year that has 366 days, occurring every 4 years.

Front

How many days are in a standard year?

Back

365 days.

Front

What is the first step to solve the equation 42 - x = 95?

Back

Subtract 42 from both sides.

Front

What is the value of x in the equation x + 10 = 20?

Back

x = 10.

Front

What is the purpose of using inverse operations in solving equations?

Back

To undo the operations applied to the variable and isolate it.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 3x + 6 = 15?

Back

x = 3.