Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides

What is the main objective of the lesson?

• To solve equations with variables on both sides

• To learn how to solve quadratic equations

• To master addition and subtraction

• To understand the distributive property

Tags

CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

What is the first step in solving any linear equation?

• Distribute if necessary

• Combine like terms

• Clear the coefficient

• Check the solution

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

When combining like terms, where should you look first?

• On the right side of the equation

• On the left side of the equation

• On both sides simultaneously

• In the middle of the equation

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

What should you do if there are variable terms on both sides of the equation?

• Combine them using inverse operations

• Move them to the right side

• Ignore them

• Move them to the left side

What is the final step in the six-step process?

• Distribute if necessary

• Clear the coefficient

• Check the solution

• Combine like terms

Tags

CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

In the sample equation, what is the inverse operation of subtracting 3x?

• Subtracting 3x

• Dividing by 3

• Adding 3x

• Multiplying by 3

Tags

CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

What is the solution to the sample equation after clearing the coefficient?

• x = 6

• x = -6

• x = 5

• x = -5

Tags

CCSS.6.EE.B.7

In the guided practice example, what is the solution to the equation?

• x = 5

• x = 4.5

• x = -5

• x = -4.5

Tags

CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

What is the result of combining two-fifths x and three-fifths x?

• One-fifth x

• Four-fifths x

• Five-fifths x

• Six-fifths x

Tags

CCSS.7.EE.A.1

What is the final solution to the equation in the last example?

• x = 7

• x = 9

• x = 6

• x = 8

Tags

CCSS.7.EE.B.4A