Shaun Gannon from Mrs. Minute Math explains how to solve literal equations by isolating the indicated variable. The tutorial focuses on solving the equation XM = X + Z for X. Shaun demonstrates the process of rewriting the equation, moving terms, factoring, and simplifying to isolate X. The final solution is X = Z / (M - 1). The video concludes with a recap of the steps taken to reach the solution.

What is the main topic discussed in the video?

• Quadratic Equations

• Literal Equations

• Linear Equations

• Polynomial Equations

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What is the first step in solving the given equation for X?

• Rewrite the equation

• Multiply both sides by M

• Add Z to both sides

• Divide both sides by X

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After rewriting the equation, what should be done next?

• Subtract X from both sides

• Add X to both sides

• Multiply both sides by Z

• Divide both sides by M

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What is the purpose of factoring out the common variable?

• To simplify the equation

• To eliminate the variable

• To add more variables

• To change the equation type

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What operation is used to isolate the variable X?

• Subtraction

• Division

• Addition

• Multiplication

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What is the final form of the equation for X?

• X = Z - M

• X = Z * M

• X = Z / (M - 1)

• X = Z + M

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What is the result of dividing both sides by (M - 1)?

• X is eliminated

• X is isolated

• Z is isolated

• M is eliminated

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What is the purpose of the recap section?

• To introduce new concepts

• To summarize the solution process

• To discuss unrelated topics

• To solve a different equation

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What is the final answer for X in the equation?

• X = Z - M

• X = Z * M

• X = Z + M

• X = Z / (M - 1)

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