Solving Equations and Properties

Mr. Buffington explains how to solve equations with variables on both sides, emphasizing the property of equality and inverse operations. He demonstrates solving two-step equations, moving variables to one side, and isolating them. The video includes examples of complex equations involving fractions and multiple variables, offering advanced techniques and shortcuts for efficient problem-solving.

What is the property of equality in solving equations?

• Doing the same operation to both sides of the equation

• Adding numbers to both sides of the equation

• Multiplying both sides by zero

• Subtracting the same number from both sides

What is the goal when solving an equation?

• To eliminate all numbers

• To add variables to both sides

• To make both sides equal zero

• To find the value of the variable

What is the first step in solving a two-step equation?

• Add the same number to both sides

• Divide both sides by the variable

• Multiply both sides by zero

• Add or subtract to isolate the variable term

In the example given, what is the value of X after solving 3X + 5 = 19?

• 19

• 8

• 5

• 3

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

• Multiplication

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Division

What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

• To multiply it by zero

• To add it to both sides

• To eliminate it

• To find its value

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Addition

What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

• To find its value

• To multiply it by zero

• To eliminate it

• To add it to both sides

What is the inverse operation of multiplication?

• Multiplication

• Division

• Addition

• Subtraction

What is the purpose of isolating the variable in an equation?

• To find its value

• To eliminate it

• To multiply it by zero

• To add it to both sides