STAAR Review - Equations and Inequalities Scavenger Hunt - 8th

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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 an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions, showing that one is greater than, less than, greater than or equal to, or less than or equal to the other.

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How do you solve a linear equation?

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To solve a linear equation, isolate the variable on one side of the equation using inverse operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) until the variable is alone.

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What does it mean to graph an equation?

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Graphing an equation means plotting all the points that satisfy the equation on a coordinate plane, typically resulting in a line for linear equations.

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What is the slope-intercept form of a linear equation?

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What is a solution to an equation?

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A solution to an equation is a value of the variable that makes the equation true when substituted into it.

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What is the difference between a solution and a root of an equation?

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A solution refers to the value that satisfies the equation, while a root specifically refers to the x-intercept of the equation when graphed.

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How do you represent a real-world situation with an equation?

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To represent a real-world situation with an equation, identify the variables involved, establish relationships between them, and formulate an equation that models the situation.

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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 together to find common solutions.

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What is the significance of the y-intercept in a linear equation?

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