Putting an linear equation when a is negative

The video tutorial explains how to convert an equation into standard form. It begins by introducing the concept and necessity of standard form, followed by a step-by-step guide to rearranging the equation. The tutorial highlights the stipulations for standard form, such as having a positive 'a' and a greatest common factor of 1 for all coefficients. Finally, it demonstrates the process of finalizing the equation into standard form.

What is the primary goal when converting an equation to standard form?

• To make all coefficients equal to zero

• To ensure the equation is balanced

• To arrange the equation in a specific format with integer coefficients

• To eliminate all variables from the equation

Which term needs to be moved to the other side of the equation to start rearranging it?

• The X variable term

• The coefficient of X

• The Y variable term

• The constant term

What must be true about the coefficient 'a' in the standard form of an equation?

• It must be zero

• It must be positive

• It must be negative

• It must be a fraction

Why is it necessary to divide the equation by -1 during the final adjustments?

• To eliminate the constant term

• To make the equation more complex

• To ensure all coefficients are positive

• To simplify the equation to zero

What is the greatest common factor requirement for the coefficients in standard form?

• They must have a greatest common factor of 1

• They must be prime numbers

• They must be multiples of 10

• They must all be even numbers