Alg 2 6.6 Practice

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What is the first invention among the following: Automobile, Washing machine, Telephone, Light bulb?

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Telephone

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What does it mean when an equation has 'No Solution'?

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It means that there are no values for the variable that will satisfy the equation.

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How do you check your solution after solving for a variable?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to verify if both sides are equal.

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What is a rational exponent?

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A rational exponent is an exponent that is a fraction, representing both a power and a root.

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Solve for x: (3x - 5)^(1/4) + 3 = 4. What is x?

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x = 2

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What is the definition of a variable in algebra?

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

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What is the purpose of solving equations?

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To find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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What does it mean to 'solve for k'?

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It means to isolate the variable k on one side of the equation.

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What is the significance of checking your solution in algebra?

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It ensures that the solution is correct and satisfies the original equation.

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What is an example of a linear equation?

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An example is 2x + 3 = 7.