Equations Insanity

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What is the process to isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable, perform inverse operations to both sides of the equation until the variable is alone on one side.

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How do you solve a linear equation in one variable?

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To solve a linear equation, combine like terms, use inverse operations to isolate the variable, and simplify the equation.

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What does it mean to solve for x in an equation?

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Solving for x means finding the value of x that makes the equation true.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 2x + 10 = 16?

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Subtract 10 from both sides to begin isolating the variable x.

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What is the solution to the equation x/12 - 8 = -4?

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The solution is x = 48.

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How do you check if your solution to an equation is correct?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to see if both sides are equal.

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What is the value of y in the equation 9 = ¾y?

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The value of y is 12.

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What is the solution to the equation x + 10 = 4?

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The solution is x = -6.

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What is the importance of inverse operations in solving equations?

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Inverse operations are crucial for isolating variables and simplifying equations.

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What does it mean for an equation to be balanced?

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An equation is balanced when both sides have the same value.