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 and what does the equal sign represent?

How can you determine the answer to a word problem using equations?

If Carlos hopes to have 60 baseball cards, how would you represent the number of cards he currently has with a variable?

What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

In the equation 3 times b equals 60, what operation would you use to solve for b?

How many peanut butter cookies did Maria's mom bake if there are 85 cookies in total and she baked 60 chocolate chip cookies?

What steps should you take after writing an equation to solve a word problem?