Exploring One-Step Equation Solutions

What does a true statement in an equation indicate?

• The values on both sides of the equation are unequal.

• The equation is unbalanced.

• The equation has no solution.

• The values on both sides of the equation are equal.

Tags

CCSS.8.EE.C.7A

How can you confirm that a solution to an equation is correct?

• By consulting a textbook.

• By changing the equation.

• By substituting the solution back into the equation and verifying it holds true.

• By guessing and checking random values.

Tags

CCSS.6.EE.B.5

If substituting x = -5 into 3x = -15 results in a true statement, what can be concluded?

• x = -5 is not a solution.

• x = -5 might be a solution.

• x = -5 is definitely a solution.

• The equation is incorrect.

Tags

CCSS.6.EE.B.5

What does it mean if an equation starts and ends balanced?

• The solution found is likely correct.

• The equation has no solution.

• The equation is complex.

• The equation has multiple solutions.

Tags

CCSS.8.EE.C.7A

How should values be substituted into an equation to check for solutions?

• Randomly

• Using only positive values

• As per the potential solutions

• Without changing the equation structure

What indicates that you have solved an equation correctly?

• Finding multiple solutions

• Having an unbalanced equation

• Reaching a true statement after substitution

• Getting a complex solution

Tags

CCSS.6.EE.B.5

What should you do if substituting a solution results in a false statement?

• Change the problem statement.

• Ignore the result and move on.

• Re-solve the equation from the beginning.

• Accept the solution as correct.

Tags

CCSS.6.EE.B.5

What is the result of substituting x = -3 into the equation 3x = 9?

• -9 = 9

• 9 = 9

• -3 = 3

• 3 = -3

Tags

CCSS.6.EE.B.5

What should be checked if a solution results in a false statement?

• If the equation is written correctly.

• If the equation has any solutions.

• If the mathematical operations are valid.

• If the solution was substituted correctly.

Tags

CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

What is the correct solution to the equation 8 = x + 12 when x = 4?

• False statement

• Unsolvable equation

• True statement

• Balanced equation

Tags

CCSS.6.EE.B.5