Understanding Equations with No Solutions

Understanding Equations with No Solutions

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Mathematics

1st - 6th Grade

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The video tutorial explains how certain linear equations have no solutions by transforming them into simpler forms. It uses the analogy of a scale to illustrate how both sides of an equation must balance. The tutorial provides examples of equations that result in contradictions, such as 1=0, indicating no solution. It highlights patterns in these equations, where the same variable appears on both sides with different constants, leading to an imbalance. The lesson concludes by reinforcing the concept that some linear equations cannot be solved due to inherent contradictions.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Explain how properties of equality are used to solve linear equations.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Identify the pattern between the equations x plus 1 equals x and 7x plus 7 equals 7x plus 56.

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