Write and Solve Equations

The video tutorial introduces the concept of equations, explaining that they are mathematical statements with equal signs indicating that two expressions have the same value. It provides examples of equations and demonstrates how to solve word problems by writing and solving equations. The tutorial covers techniques for isolating variables and solving equations, using examples like Carlos's baseball cards and Maria's mom's cookies. It concludes with tips for solving equations effectively.

What is an equation?

• A sentence with words

• A mathematical statement with an equal sign

• A statement with only addition

• A number without any variables

In the baseball cards problem, what does the variable 'b' represent?

• The number of cards Carlos wants

• The number of cards Carlos's friend has

• The number of cards Carlos lost

• The number of cards Carlos currently has

What operation is used to isolate the variable in the equation 3b = 60?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Division

• Multiplication

How many baseball cards does Carlos currently have?

• 30

• 25

• 20

• 15

How many chocolate chip cookies are in five dozen?

• 60

• 80

• 50

• 70

What is the equation used to find the number of peanut butter cookies?

• p + 60 = 85

• p / 60 = 85

• p - 60 = 85

• p * 60 = 85

How many peanut butter cookies did Maria's mom bake?

• 20

• 25

• 30

• 35