Solving Equations

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An equation has ____________ when you simplify and the variable terms on each side are the same, BUT the constants are different.

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no solution

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Solve the equation for d: d / t = r

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d = rt

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Given ax - b = c, solve for x.

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x = \frac{c + b}{a}

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What does it mean if an equation has infinite solutions?

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It means that the equation is true for all values of the variable.

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What is the solution to the equation 3x - 7 = 3(x - 3) + 2?

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infinite solutions

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What is the solution to the equation -x - x = 2x + 4?

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one

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What is the first step in solving the equation 2x + 3 = 11?

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Subtract 3 from both sides.

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What is the definition of a variable in an equation?

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A symbol that represents an unknown value.

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What does it mean to isolate a variable?

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To manipulate an equation so that the variable is on one side by itself.

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What is the solution to the equation 5x + 2 = 3x + 10?

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x = 4