Solving Equations Word Problems

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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 is a variable in mathematics?

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A variable is a symbol used to represent an unknown value in mathematical expressions and equations.

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How do you set up an equation from a word problem?

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Identify the quantities involved, define variables for unknowns, and translate the relationships described in the problem into a mathematical equation.

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What is the process of solving an equation?

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The process involves isolating the variable on one side of the equation using inverse operations to find its value.

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What does it mean to reduce a price?

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To reduce a price means to lower the cost of an item, often to increase sales or attract customers.

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How do you calculate the total cost from unit price and quantity?

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Total cost can be calculated by multiplying the unit price by the quantity purchased.

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What is the significance of the slope in a linear equation?

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The slope indicates the rate of change of the dependent variable with respect to the independent variable in a linear relationship.

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What is a system of equations?

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A system of equations is a set of two or more equations with the same variables, which can be solved simultaneously.

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How do you interpret the solution of a word problem?

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Interpreting the solution involves understanding what the numerical answer represents in the context of the problem.

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What is the formula for calculating the number of items that can be purchased with a given amount of money?

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The formula is: Number of items = Total money available / Price per item.