Unit 3 - Flashcard #1 REVIEW (OL)

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What is the solution to the equation m - (-3) = 11?

Back

m = 8

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What is the first step to solve the equation 11 - 3x = 44?

Back

Subtract 11 from both sides.

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Solve the equation x - 8 = -5.

Back

x = 3

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Back

n = 37.5

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Solve the equation 3c + 5 = 23.

Back

c = 6

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What is the process of isolating a variable in an equation?

Back

Rearranging the equation to get the variable on one side and constants on the other.

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What does it mean to 'subtract 11 from both sides' in an equation?

Back

It means to take away 11 from both sides of the equation to maintain equality.

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What is the definition of a variable in mathematics?

Back

A symbol used to represent an unknown value.

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What is the purpose of solving an equation?

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To find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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What is the solution to the equation 2x + 4 = 12?

Back

x = 4