Algebra tiles and 1 step equations

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What is the goal when solving an equation?

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To isolate the variable.

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What is a variable?

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A letter that represents an unknown value.

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What does the equation X + 6 = 2 represent?

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It represents a situation where a variable X is increased by 6 to equal 2.

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What is the first step in solving the equation X + 6 = 2?

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Subtract 6 from both sides of the equation.

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What is the result of subtracting 6 from both sides of the equation X + 6 = 2?

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X = -4.

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What does 'bring in 6 negatives to each side' mean in solving equations?

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It means to subtract 6 from both sides of the equation.

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How can algebra tiles be used to represent the equation X + 6 = 2?

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Algebra tiles can visually show the variable X and 6 positive tiles on one side, and 2 tiles on the other side.

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What is the purpose of using algebra tiles in solving equations?

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To provide a visual representation of the equation and help understand the concept of balancing.

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What does it mean to balance an equation?

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To ensure that both sides of the equation have the same value.

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What is the relationship between addition and subtraction in solving equations?

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Addition and subtraction are inverse operations; what you do to one side of the equation must be done to the other.