Solving Equations: A Comprehensive Review

What are inverse operations also known as?

• Equal operations

• Same operations

• Opposite operations

• Direct operations

What is the first step in solving an equation?

• Distributing constants

• Simplifying both sides

• Collecting variable terms

• Combining like terms

In the do and undo method, what is the first step to solve 3p - 2 = -29?

• Subtract 2

• Add 2

• Multiply by 3

• Divide by 3

What is the value of p in the equation 3p - 2 = -29?

• 27

• -9

• 9

• -27

In a complex equation, what should you do after distributing constants?

• Subtract variables

• Add constants

• Solve as a simple equation

• Combine like terms

What is the result of distributing -5 in the equation -5(7 - 2a)?

• -35 - 10a

• 35 - 10a

• 35 + 10a

• -35 + 10a

After simplifying both sides, what is the next step in solving a complex equation?

• Subtract variables

• Combine constants

• Collect variable terms on one side

• Add constants

In the equation 4 - 6a + 4a = -1 - 5(7 - 2a), what is the simplified form?

• 4 - 2a = -36 - 10a

• 4 - 2a = -1 + 35 - 10a

• 4 - 2a = -36 + 10a

• 4 - 2a = -1 - 35 + 10a

What is the goal when solving an equation with two variables?

• Get a numerical answer

• Distribute constants

• Combine like terms

• Isolate the variable

In the equation f - 32 = (9/5)c, what is the final step to isolate c?

• Multiply by 9/5

• Multiply by 5/9

• Subtract 32

• Divide by 9/5