Solving Equations and Operations

Solving Equations and Operations

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

5th - 6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Thomas White

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The video tutorial introduces module seven, focusing on solving equations by isolating variables. It explains the concept of inverse operations, such as addition and subtraction, and multiplication and division, to isolate variables. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of showing work and boxing answers. It provides step-by-step examples of solving one-step equations, equations involving multiplication and division, and more complex problems with negative numbers.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal when solving an equation?

To eliminate all numbers

To add more variables

To find the value of the variable

To make both sides of the equation equal zero

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What operation should you use to isolate a variable when you see addition in an equation?

Division

Addition

Multiplication

Subtraction

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If you encounter subtraction in an equation, which operation will help you isolate the variable?

Division

Multiplication

Addition

Subtraction

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

Addition

Subtraction

Division

Multiplication

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to show your steps when solving equations?

To avoid solving the equation

To confuse others

To make the equation longer

To help teachers understand your reasoning

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the equation x + 3 = -1, what is the first step to isolate x?

Divide both sides by 3

Multiply both sides by 3

Subtract 3 from both sides

Add 3 to both sides

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the equation a - 1 = -10, what operation will help isolate a?

Divide both sides by 1

Multiply both sides by 1

Add 1 to both sides

Subtract 1 from both sides

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