Solving Simple Equations Using Inspection

The video tutorial introduces solving equations by inspection, a method where one identifies the missing number to make both sides of an equation equal. It begins with a recap of what equations are and their purpose. The tutorial provides examples of simple and slightly trickier equations, encouraging viewers to pause and solve them independently. The video concludes with a summary of the method and encourages engagement through comments and subscriptions.

What is the primary goal of solving an equation?

• To make both sides of the equation different

• To simplify the equation as much as possible

• To eliminate all variables from the equation

• To find the number or numbers that make the equation true

In the equation 'something plus 3 equals 5', what is the missing number?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

If 15 plus what gives 5, what operation must be performed?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Addition

In the equation 'something times 2 equals 6', what is the missing number?

• 3

• 4

• 2

• 1

What is the missing number in the equation 'something minus 1 equals 5'?

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 7