Solving Equations

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What is an equation?

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An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing variables.

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value(s) of the variable(s) that make the equation true.

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What is the first step in solving the equation r - 11 = 5?

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Add 11 to both sides of the equation to isolate r.

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Solve: r - 11 = 5

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r = 16

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What is the process to solve the equation 10x = 90?

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Divide both sides by 10 to isolate x.

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Solve: 10x = 90

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x = 9

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It represents an equation where x is divided by 5 and equals 2.

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x = 10

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How do you isolate the variable in the equation q + 8.25 = 18?

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Subtract 8.25 from both sides of the equation.

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Solve: q + 8.25 = 18

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q = 9.75